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What does the sagittal plane divide the body into?
Which plane runs parallel to the surface of the ground?
The median plane is characterized by dividing the body into:
What term describes a structure that is closer to the surface of the body?
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Which plane divides the body into anterior and posterior parts?
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Study Notes
Body Planes Overview
- Body planes are imaginary flat surfaces used in anatomy to section the body.
- Sectioning allows observation of internal structures and is crucial for anatomical studies.
Major Body Planes
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Sagittal Plane:
- Cuts vertically, dividing the body into right and left sections.
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Median Plane (Midsagittal Plane):
- A specific sagittal plane that bisects the body into equal right and left halves.
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Transverse Plane (Horizontal Plane):
- Runs parallel to the ground, separating the body into superior (upper) and inferior (lower) parts.
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Frontal Plane (Coronal Plane):
- Vertically divides the body from right to left, creating anterior (front) and posterior (back) sections.
Terminology
- Superficial: Refers to structures closer to the body surface.
- Deep: Indicates structures that are more interior within the body.
- All directional terms are based on the body being in the anatomical position, which is standardized for consistency in anatomical terminology.
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Description
Explore the concept of body planes used in anatomy. Understand how these imaginary sections help in observing internal structures. Familiarize yourself with major planes like sagittal, transverse, and frontal.
