10 Questions
Which position describes the body lying on its front, with the face looking downwards?
Prone Position
In which position does the body lie on its back, with the face looking upwards?
Supine Position
Which plane divides the body longitudinally into right and left equal halves?
Median (sagittal) plane
Which plane divides the body into right and left unequal parts?
Paramedian (parasagittal) plane
Which plane passes at a right angle to the median plane?
Coronal (frontal) plane
Which term refers to movement of a limb towards the body?
Adduction
Which term refers to movement of a part so that its anterior surface faces medially?
Medial rotation
Which term refers to movement of a limb away from the midline of the body?
Abduction
Which term refers to approximation of 2 ventral surfaces?
Flexion
Which term refers to straightening of the joint?
Extension
Test your knowledge of anatomical positions with this quiz! Learn about the anatomical erect position, supine position, and prone position. Test your understanding of how the human body is positioned and described in anatomy.
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