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What term describes structures that lie toward the median plane of the body?

  • Proximal structures
  • Medial structures (correct)
  • Lateral structures
  • Caudal structures
  • Which plane divides the body into equal right and left halves?

  • Transverse Plane
  • Dorsal Plane
  • Median Plane (correct)
  • Sagittal Plane
  • In the context of limb anatomy, what term refers to structures situated further from the body?

  • Dorsal
  • Medial
  • Distal (correct)
  • Proximal
  • Which term is used to describe structures that lie toward the tail?

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

    What is the study of structures of cells and tissues using a microscope called?

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

    What is the orientation of structures that are described as palmar in the forelimb?

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

    Which branch of anatomy focuses on the comparative structure of different species?

    <p>Comparative anatomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does osteology primarily study?

    <p>The study of bones and cartilages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which anatomical study method is concerned with the body's organ systems?

    <p>Systematic anatomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes structures that lie toward the back of the trunk?

    <p>Dorsal structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    General Anatomy

    • Anatomy, also known as morphology, is a branch of biological science focused on the form and structure of organisms.
    • It studies the form, structure, and relationships of different body parts.
    • Latin translates to "to cut and see", reflecting the historical practice of dissecting to understand anatomy.

    Branches of Anatomy

    • Macroscopic (Gross) Anatomy: Study of body structures visible without magnification, using naked eye or hand lens.
    • Microscopic Anatomy (Histology): Study of cells and tissues using a microscope.
    • Cytology: Study of individual cells.
    • Developmental Anatomy: Study of structural changes from fertilization to maturity.
    • Embryology: Subset of developmental anatomy, focusing on changes from conception to birth.
    • Special Anatomy: Description of a single species (e.g., equine anatomy, human anatomy/anthropotomy).
    • Comparative Anatomy: Description and comparison of animal structures across species.

    Methods of Studying Anatomy

    • Systematic Anatomy: Study of body systems (e.g., nervous system, digestive system).
    • Topographic (Regional) Anatomy: Study of body by regions (e.g., thorax, abdomen), including surface anatomy.
    • Applied (Clinical) Anatomy: Relationship between structure and function, applying knowledge to medical practice.

    Components of Systematic Anatomy

    • Osteology: Study of bones and cartilages.
    • Syndesmology: Study of joints.
    • Myology: Study of muscles and their accessory structures.
    • Splanchnology: Study of internal organs (viscera) of digestive, respiratory, and urogenital systems.
    • Angiology: Study of the circulatory system (heart, arteries, veins, lymphatics, spleen).
    • Neurology: Study of the nervous system and sense organs.
    • Common Integument: Study of skin and associated structures (nails, hooves, horns, etc.).

    Topographic Terms

    • Dorsal: Back side of the body.
    • Ventral: Belly side of the body.
    • Cranial: Towards the head.
    • Caudal: Towards the tail.
    • Rostral: Towards the nose (used for head only).
    • Medial: Towards the midline of the body.
    • Lateral: Away from the midline.
    • External: Near the surface of the body.
    • Internal: Away from the surface, within the body.
    • Superficial: Near the surface.
    • Deep: Towards the interior of the body.
    • Proximal: Closer to the body.
    • Distal: Further from the body.
    • Palmar: Palm side of the wrist/forelimb.
    • Plantar: Sole of the foot/hind limb.
    • Regional names (e.g., carpal/knee joint, tarsal/hock joint): used to describe specific regions on limbs and body.

    Planes of the Body

    • Median Plane: Divides the body into equal left and right halves.
    • Sagittal Plane: Any plane parallel to the median plane, dividing the body unequally.
    • Transverse Plane: Any plane cutting the body or limb perpendicular to its long axis (dividing into cranial and caudal portions).
    • Dorsal (Frontal) Plane: Divides the body into dorsal and ventral portions.

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