Anatomy Terminology Quiz: Medial, Lateral, Superior, Inferior
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Which anatomical plane divides the body into right and left parts?

  • Transverse
  • Sagittal (correct)
  • Coronal
  • Horizontal

    • How is the median sagittal plane defined?

  • Divides the body into anterior and posterior parts
  • Divides the body into front and back halves
  • Divides the body into superior and inferior parts
  • Divides the body into right and left halves (correct)

    • What is another term used for the frontal plane?

  • Median
  • Transverse
  • Horizontal
  • Coronal (correct)

    • What do the terms 'anterior' and 'posterior' describe in relation to the body?

    <p>Front and back positions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bone consists of two compact bone plates separated by spongy bone?

    <p>Flat bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of bones in the human body?

    <p>Storage of calcium and phosphorus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bone is characterized by a tubular shape?

    <p>Long bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main structural element present in fibrocartilage?

    <p>Collagen fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between the regional and systemic approach in studying anatomy?

    <p>Regional approach studies each region separately, while systemic approach studies each system throughout the entire body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a student is studying the thorax using a regional approach, what aspect of anatomy would they be focusing on?

    <p>All structures within the thoracic region.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the anatomical position, which of the following is NOT true?

    <p>Eyes are looking down at the ground.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the anatomical position for a human body?

    <p>Feet together, hands at the side, face looking forward, palms facing forward with fingers straight and together.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the relative positions of structures with respect to the median sagittal plane?

    <p>Medial</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes the position of a structure closer to its origin in the limbs?

    <p>Proximal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is synonymous with 'toward the head'?

    <p>Cranial</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In reference to the body, what does 'caudal' indicate?

    <p>Toward the tail</p> Signup and view all the answers

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