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What is anatomy?
The study of the structure of the body.
What is physiology?
The study of the functioning of living things.
What is the anatomical position?
Body is erect with feet parallel and arms hanging at the sides with palms facing forward.
Which of the following are directional terms? (Select all that apply)
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The term __________ refers to a position that is towards the head.
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The term __________ refers to a position that is toward the midline of the body.
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What is the study of the structure of the body called?
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Proximal refers to a position that is farther from the point of attachment of a limb to the body trunk.
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What is the study of the functioning of living things called?
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Which of the following describes the anatomical position?
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The term ______ refers to something that is toward the 'head end' of the body.
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The term ______ refers to something that is away from the head end of the body.
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Match the following directional terms with their meanings:
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Study Notes
Anatomy and Physiology
- Anatomy studies the physical structure of the human body.
- Physiology studies the functioning of living things, including metabolism, respiration, and reproduction.
Anatomical Position
- The anatomical position is standardized for describing body parts.
- It involves standing erect, feet parallel, arms hanging at the sides, and palms facing forward.
Directional Terms
- Superior (cranial or cephalad): Toward the head end or upper part of a structure or body; above
- Inferior (caudal): Away from the head end or toward the lower part of a structure or body; below
- Anterior (ventral): Toward or at the front of the body; in front of
- Posterior (dorsal): Toward or at the backside of the body; behind
- Medial: Toward or at the midline of the body; on the inner side of
- Lateral: Away from the midline of the body; on the outer side of
- Proximal: Close to the origin of the body part or the point of attachment of a limb to the body trunk.
- Distal: Farther from the origin of a body part or the point of attachment of a limb to the body trunk.
- Superficial (external): Toward or at the body surface.
- Deep (internal): Away from the body surface; more internal.
Anatomy
- Anatomy is the study of the structure of the human body.
Physiology
- Physiology is the branch of biology that studies the functions of living organisms.
Human Body Organization
- The human body is composed of smaller parts that are organized into increasingly complex systems.
Anatomical Position
- The anatomical position is the standard reference point for describing the body.
- The body is standing erect with:
- Feet parallel
- Arms hanging at the sides
- Palms facing forward
Directional Terms
- Superior (cranial or cephalad) - Toward the head end or upper part of a structure or body; above
- Inferior (caudal) - Away from the head end or toward the lower part of a structure or body; below
- Anterior (ventral) - Toward or at the front of the body; in front of
- Posterior (dorsal) - Toward or at the backside of the body; behind
- Medial - Toward or at the midline of the body; on the inner side of
- Lateral - Away from the midline of the body; on the outer side of
- Proximal - Close to the origin of the body part or the point of attachment of a limb to the body trunk.
- Distal - Farther from the origin of a body part or the point of attachment of a limb to the body trunk.
- Superficial (external) - Toward or at the body surface.
- Deep (internal) - Away from the body surface; more internal.
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Test your knowledge on the basics of anatomy and physiology, including the anatomical position and key directional terms. This quiz will help you understand the physical structure and functions of the human body. Perfect for students in health and medical fields!
