Core 2 - The Body in Motion: Anatomical Positions and Body Planes
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Which term refers to an imaginary line drawn lengthwise through the body dividing it into right and left sides?

  • Posterior
  • Transverse plane
  • Superior
  • Frontal plane (correct)

What term describes a position towards the head?

  • Inferior
  • Lateral
  • Anterior
  • Superior (correct)

Which directional term indicates a position closer to the body's mass?

  • Lateral
  • Distal
  • Proximal (correct)
  • Medial

What is the function of the skeletal system that involves providing support for organs and tissues in the body?

<p>Blood circulation control (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which plane divides the body into top (upper) and bottom (lower) sections?

<p>Transverse plane (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to a position towards the back of the body?

<p>Posterior (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of bones?

<p>To provide support and protection for the body (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bone is primarily responsible for transferring forces?

<p>Short bones (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of a synovial joint?

<p>It is freely movable and contains a synovial membrane (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the synovial membrane in a joint?

<p>To secrete a lubricating fluid for joint lubrication (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of joint is found in the rib cage?

<p>Fibrous joint (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of sesamoid bones?

<p>To protect tendons where they pass over joints (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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