Directional Terms in Human Anatomy

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Which term describes a position that is towards the back of the body?

Anterior
Superior
Posterior (correct)
Inferior

The term 'superior' indicates a position lower than another part of the body.

False (B)

What is the term for a position farther from the midline of the body?

Lateral

The ribs are ______ to the lungs.

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Match the following directional terms to their definitions:

<p>Anterior = Position below another part of the body. Posterior = Farther from the midline. Superior = Position above another part of the body. Inferior = Front or towards the front of the body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Directional Terms in Human Anatomy

Anterior (Ventral): Refers to the front of the body; for example, the sternum is located anterior to the heart.
Posterior (Dorsal): Indicates the back of the body; for instance, the lungs are situated posterior to the rib cage.
Superior (Cranial): Denotes a position above another body part; the stomach is superior to both the large and small intestines.
Inferior (Caudal): Describes a position below another body part; the stomach is inferior to the lungs.
Lateral: Means further away from the midline of the body; the thumb is lateral to the other digits (fingers).