30 Questions
What is the Greek root meaning of 'anatomy'?
Cut
Which level of organization in anatomy involves the study of tissues?
Organ Level
What does gross anatomy primarily focus on?
External and internal organs
Which type of anatomy involves the study of how different organ systems function together in specific body regions?
Systemic Anatomy
In anatomical terms, what does 'macroscopic' refer to?
Study of organs and systems
Which type of anatomy compares structural similarities of organisms to understand their evolutionary relationships?
Comparative Anatomy
Which anatomical plane divides the body into right and left sides?
Sagittal plane
In the anatomical position, the palms are facing:
Forward
Which position describes lying face down?
Prone position
What is the standardized position used to describe directional terms?
Standing upright with palms turned forward
Which system is not part of the systemic anatomy categories mentioned?
Circulatory system
Which plane divides the body into superior and inferior portions?
Transverse plane
Which plane divides the body into anterior and posterior parts?
Coronal plane
Which term is used to describe moving towards the front of the body?
Ventral
Which term refers to the upper end of the body?
Superior
What does the term 'rostral' refer to in anatomical terms?
Towards the head
If a plane passes through the body at an angle between transverse plane and sagittal/frontal plane, what kind of plane is it?
Oblique plane
Which term describes movement towards the back of the body?
Dorsal
Which term describes a structure located nearer the central axis of the body?
Central
What term is used to describe a structure away from the external surface of the body?
Deep
Which term refers to a structure located on the posterior surface of the hand?
Dorsal
A structure that is distal to the elbow joint would be located ________.
Near the wrist
If a structure is unilateral, how many sides of the body does it involve?
Two sides
Which term describes an object that is away from the median plane?
Lateral
What anatomical term refers to the bending or decreasing of the angle between bones or body parts?
Flexion
Which movement increases the angle between bones or body parts?
Hyperextension
What action involves moving a limb or part toward the midline of the body?
Adduction
Which movement involves upward movements of the scapula or mandible?
Elevation
What movement involves moving anteriorly on the horizontal plane?
Protraction
Which term refers to extending a limb or part beyond the normal limit?
Hyperextension
Learn about human anatomy subdivisions, levels of organization, medical terminology, anatomical position, planes, and directional terms. Dive into the levels of organization from chemical to organismal. Explore the definition and roots of anatomy.
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