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What is the term for the movement that involves bending of ventral surfaces with the formation of an angle?
What is the term for the movement that involves bending of ventral surfaces with the formation of an angle?
- Elevation
- Flexion (correct)
- Extension
- Circumduction
Which movement involves moving away from the midline of the body?
Which movement involves moving away from the midline of the body?
- Adduction
- Retraction
- Flexion
- Abduction (correct)
What does medial rotation refer to?
What does medial rotation refer to?
- Rotating a limb in a lateral direction
- Moving the ventral surface toward the midline (correct)
- Moving the ventral surface away from the midline
- Moving anteriorly
Circumduction is best described as which of the following?
Circumduction is best described as which of the following?
What does depression refer to in terms of movement?
What does depression refer to in terms of movement?
Study Notes
Joint Movements Overview
- Flexion: Bending of the ventral surfaces, resulting in a decrease of the angle between them.
- Extension: Movement that increases the angle between ventral surfaces, moving them away from each other.
Abduction and Adduction
- Abduction: Movement of a limb or body part away from the midline, often referring to arms or legs.
- Adduction: Movement towards the midline, bringing limbs or body parts closer together.
Circumduction
- Circumduction: A circular movement that combines elements of flexion, extension, abduction, and adduction, allowing for a wide range of motion.
Rotational Movements
- Medial Rotation: Movement that turns the ventral surface of a limb towards the midline.
- Lateral Rotation: Movement that turns the ventral surface away from the midline.
Vertical Movements
- Elevation: Movement that raises a body part upward.
- Depression: Movement that lowers a body part downward.
Anterior and Posterior Movements
- Protraction: Movement that moves a body part anteriorly (forward).
- Retraction: Movement that moves a body part posteriorly (backward).
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Test your knowledge on the various anatomical movements of the human body including flexion, extension, abduction, and more. This quiz covers key terms and definitions that describe how different parts of the body move in relation to one another. Perfect for anatomy students or anyone interested in learning about human movement.
