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What does the term 'superior' refer to in directional anatomy?

  • Towards the back of the body
  • Above or higher than another part of the body (correct)
  • Towards the tail or rear of the body
  • Towards the front of the body

Which term describes a position that is farther from the origin of a body part?

  • Cranial
  • Inferior
  • Distal (correct)
  • Proximal

In which position are the palms facing forward?

  • Anatomical Position (correct)
  • Lateral View
  • Inferior Position
  • Prone Position

What does 'medial' indicate in relation to the midline of the body?

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Which of the following is true about 'caudal' in directional terms?

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What is the fundamental unit of matter in living organisms?

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Which of the following is a type of macromolecule?

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What level of organization comes after tissues in the hierarchy?

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Which example represents an organ system?

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Which organism is represented in the diagram?

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What are the two main body cavities?

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Which cavity is located within the mediastinum?

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Which of the following is NOT a subdivision of the thoracic cavity?

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Which cavity is part of the ventral body cavity?

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Which cavity is located below the diaphragm?

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What does the term 'ventral' refer to in body cavities?

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Which bone is part of the axial skeleton?

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Which of the following bones is correctly classified as a part of the appendicular skeleton?

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What is the term for the group of bones that includes the clavicle and scapula?

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Which bone is located in the upper limb?

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Which component supports the lower limbs?

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What structure encloses the cranial cavity?

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Which cavity contains the lungs?

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What separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominopelvic cavity?

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The mediastinum is located between which of the following?

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What are the thoracic and abdominopelvic cavities collectively known as?

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What does the pericardial cavity specifically contain?

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The abdominopelvic cavity is divided into which two parts?

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What is the embryonic origin of the ventral cavity?

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What is the name of the region located under the ribs on the right side of the abdomen?

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Which abdominopelvic region is centered on the belly button?

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Which region is located under the stomach?

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What anatomical terms describe the right inguinal region?

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Which region is located on the left side of the abdomen under the ribs?

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What is the correct term for the region located in the lower back on the right side of the abdomen?

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Which of the following quadrants is located in the upper left section of the abdomen?

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What is the position of the horizontal lines used to divide the abdomen?

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Which abdominopelvic region is indicated for the area around the groin on the left side?

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Identify the region located vertically beneath the epigastric region.

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What anatomical region includes the eyes?

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Which label corresponds to the front of the human body?

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What is the correct term for the back of the knee?

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Which part is referred to as the 'pubic' region?

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What is the term for the sole of the foot?

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Which of the following terms refers to the arm?

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Which anatomical term is used for the neck?

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The term 'digits' can refer to which body parts?

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What anatomical region is indicated by the term 'sural'?

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Which structure is located in the torso region?

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Flashcards

Atom

The smallest unit of an element, like Oxygen (O), that retains the chemical properties of that element.

Molecule

Two or more atoms bonded together, like Oxygen Dioxide ($O_2$), forming a new substance with different properties.

Macromolecule

Large, complex molecules made up of smaller subunits, such as proteins and carbohydrates. Phospholipid is an example.

Cell

The basic, functional unit of life, capable of independent existence. Clara Cell is an example.

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Tissue

A group of similar cells working together to perform a specific function, such as Epithelial tissue for covering surfaces.

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Anatomical Position

The position of the human body with hands at the sides, palms facing forward, feet flat on the floor, and eyes looking straight ahead.

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Cranial

Towards the head or upper part of the body.

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Posterior/Dorsal

Towards the back of the body.

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Caudal

Towards the feet or lower part of the body.

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Distal

Farther from the origin of a body part or point of attachment.

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Dorsal cavity

The main cavity on the back of the body, containing the brain and spinal cord.

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Ventral cavity

The main cavity on the front of the body, containing organs like the heart, lungs, stomach, and intestines.

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Cranial cavity

The space within the skull, containing the brain.

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Vertebral cavity

The space within the vertebral column, containing the spinal cord.

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Thoracic cavity

The space in the chest containing the heart, lungs, and major blood vessels.

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Abdominal cavity

The space below the diaphragm, containing the stomach, intestines, liver, and other organs.

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Pericardial Cavity

The fluid-filled sac surrounding the heart.

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Pleural Cavity

The space surrounding each lung, filled with lubricating fluid.

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Mediastinum

The region between the lungs housing the heart, esophagus, trachea, and other structures.

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Abdominopelvic Cavity

The large internal cavity below the diaphragm, encompassing the abdominal and pelvic cavities.

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Pelvic Cavity

The space containing the reproductive organs, bladder, and rectum.

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Abdominopelvic Regions

The nine regions of the abdomen divided by imaginary lines creating a 'tic-tac-toe' pattern.

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Right Hypochondriac Region

Located under the ribs on the right side of the abdomen.

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Epigastric Region

Located on top of the stomach.

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Left Hypochondriac Region

Located under the ribs on the left side of the abdomen.

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Right Lumbar Region

Located in the lower back, on the right side of the abdomen.

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Umbilical Region

Centered on the umbilicus (belly button).

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Left Lumbar Region

Located in the lower back, on the left side of the abdomen.

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Right Inguinal Region

Located in the groin area, on the right side of the abdomen.

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Hypogastric Region

Located under the stomach.

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Left Inguinal Region

Located in the groin area, on the left side of the abdomen.

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What are the components of the skull?

The skull consists of the cranium, which houses the brain, and the facial bones, forming the framework of the face.

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What is the vertebral column?

The spinal column, or vertebral column, is made up of individual vertebrae, stacked like building blocks, and provides support and flexibility to the body.

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What does the rib cage protect?

The rib cage, composed of ribs and the sternum (breastbone), protects vital organs like the heart and lungs.

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What bones make up the upper limb?

The upper limb includes bones of the arm (humerus, ulna, radius), hand (carpals, metacarpals, phalanges), and the connecting shoulder bones (clavicle and scapula).

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What bones make up the lower limb?

The lower limb includes bones of the thigh (femur), leg (tibia, fibula), foot (tarsals, metatarsals, phalanges), and knee (patella).

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Anterior View

The front of the body.

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Posterior View

The back of the body.

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Head (Cephalon)

The upper part of the body, including the head and neck.

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Torso

The region from the shoulders to the hips.

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Brachium (Arm)

The part of the upper limb between the shoulder and the elbow.

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Femur (Thigh)

The part of the lower limb between the hip and the knee.

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Popliteus

The back of the knee.

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Crus (Leg)

The region of the lower leg between the knee and the ankle.

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Planta (Sole)

The part of the foot that touches the ground.

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Hallux (Great Toe)

The largest toe.

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