16 Questions
Which anatomical plane divides the body into right and left parts?
Sagittal
How is the median sagittal plane defined?
Divides the body into right and left halves
What is another term used for the frontal plane?
Coronal
What do the terms 'anterior' and 'posterior' describe in relation to the body?
Front and back positions
Which type of bone consists of two compact bone plates separated by spongy bone?
Flat bones
What is the main function of bones in the human body?
Storage of calcium and phosphorus
Which type of bone is characterized by a tubular shape?
Long bones
What is the main structural element present in fibrocartilage?
Collagen fibers
What is the main difference between the regional and systemic approach in studying anatomy?
Regional approach studies each region separately, while systemic approach studies each system throughout the entire body.
If a student is studying the thorax using a regional approach, what aspect of anatomy would they be focusing on?
All structures within the thoracic region.
In the anatomical position, which of the following is NOT true?
Eyes are looking down at the ground.
What defines the anatomical position for a human body?
Feet together, hands at the side, face looking forward, palms facing forward with fingers straight and together.
Which term refers to the relative positions of structures with respect to the median sagittal plane?
Medial
Which term describes the position of a structure closer to its origin in the limbs?
Proximal
What term is synonymous with 'toward the head'?
Cranial
In reference to the body, what does 'caudal' indicate?
Toward the tail
Test your understanding of anatomical terminology by identifying the correct descriptions for structures in relation to the body's planes and axes. Practice recognizing terms like medial, lateral, superior, and inferior.
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