Anatomy Terminology Quiz
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Which term describes a structure located at the back of the body?

  • Anterior
  • Superior
  • Posterior (correct)
  • Medial
  • In anatomical terms, which position refers to a structure being lower than another?

  • Lateral
  • Superior
  • Inferior (correct)
  • Proximal
  • What does 'proximal' refer to in anatomical terms?

  • At the back of the body
  • Farther from the trunk
  • At the midline of the body
  • Closer to the trunk (correct)
  • Which anatomical term would you use to describe the position of the shoulders in relation to the heart?

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

    What do the terms 'ventral' and 'dorsal' signify in anatomy?

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

    What term describes the movement that increases the angle between body parts?

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

    Which movement involves bringing a structure towards the midline of the body?

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

    What describes the movement of rotating a limb away from the center of the body?

    <p>External Rotation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following movements is characterized by moving a structure in a superior direction?

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

    Which pair of movements is considered opposites regarding the change in angles between body parts?

    <p>Extension and Flexion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'rostal' specifically refer to in embryonic anatomy?

    <p>Structures located close to the nose and front of the skull</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly defines the term 'superficial'?

    <p>Structures nearer to the surface of the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What anatomical term describes structures that are closer to the top of the skull?

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

    Which term is used to describe structures farther from the body's surface?

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

    In embryonic anatomy, what does the term 'sinister' refer to?

    <p>The left side of the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

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