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Which type of muscle is both involuntary and striated?
Which type of muscle is both involuntary and striated?
What is the primary function of smooth muscle?
What is the primary function of smooth muscle?
Which of the following describes the process of flexion?
Which of the following describes the process of flexion?
What type of bone is characterized by a complex shape?
What type of bone is characterized by a complex shape?
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Which of the following movements is defined as adduction?
Which of the following movements is defined as adduction?
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What does the term 'proximal' refer to in anatomical terminology?
What does the term 'proximal' refer to in anatomical terminology?
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Which plane divides the body into anterior and posterior parts?
Which plane divides the body into anterior and posterior parts?
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Which layer of the skin is avascular?
Which layer of the skin is avascular?
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What function does the skin NOT perform?
What function does the skin NOT perform?
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In anatomical terms, what do 'superficial' and 'deep' mean?
In anatomical terms, what do 'superficial' and 'deep' mean?
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What type of tissue primarily makes up the dermis?
What type of tissue primarily makes up the dermis?
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What distinguishes the midsagittal plane from the parasagittal plane?
What distinguishes the midsagittal plane from the parasagittal plane?
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What is the primary secretion of sebaceous glands?
What is the primary secretion of sebaceous glands?
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What characteristic distinguishes lymphatic vessels from blood capillaries?
What characteristic distinguishes lymphatic vessels from blood capillaries?
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Which of the following organs is primarily responsible for the formation of T lymphocytes?
Which of the following organs is primarily responsible for the formation of T lymphocytes?
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What is one of the main functions of the spleen?
What is one of the main functions of the spleen?
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Which tonsil is located in the oropharynx?
Which tonsil is located in the oropharynx?
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Which part of the respiratory system is referred to as the conducting division?
Which part of the respiratory system is referred to as the conducting division?
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What is the length of the pharynx?
What is the length of the pharynx?
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What is not a component of lymphatic tissues?
What is not a component of lymphatic tissues?
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The highest development of the thymus gland occurs during which period?
The highest development of the thymus gland occurs during which period?
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What is the main difference in lobes between the right and left lungs?
What is the main difference in lobes between the right and left lungs?
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What structure divides before entering the hilum in the respiratory system?
What structure divides before entering the hilum in the respiratory system?
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Which of the following glands opens at the vestibule of the mouth?
Which of the following glands opens at the vestibule of the mouth?
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Which part of the small intestine is primarily responsible for nutrient absorption?
Which part of the small intestine is primarily responsible for nutrient absorption?
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Which part of the pharynx contains the palatine tonsils?
Which part of the pharynx contains the palatine tonsils?
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What distinguishes the jejunum from the ileum?
What distinguishes the jejunum from the ileum?
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How many meters long is the small intestine?
How many meters long is the small intestine?
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Which of the following is a part of the large intestine?
Which of the following is a part of the large intestine?
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Which type of joint is primarily characterized by the connecting structure being fibrous tissues and allows no movement?
Which type of joint is primarily characterized by the connecting structure being fibrous tissues and allows no movement?
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Which is an example of a syndesmosis joint?
Which is an example of a syndesmosis joint?
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Which type of joint involves a peg fixed in a socket by a fibrous membrane?
Which type of joint involves a peg fixed in a socket by a fibrous membrane?
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In which type of cartilaginous joint does ossification occur with age and consists of hyaline cartilage?
In which type of cartilaginous joint does ossification occur with age and consists of hyaline cartilage?
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What type of synovial joint allows movement around one axis and includes elbow and ankle joints?
What type of synovial joint allows movement around one axis and includes elbow and ankle joints?
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What joint type allows for a greater degree of movement and contains a lubricating fluid?
What joint type allows for a greater degree of movement and contains a lubricating fluid?
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Which of the following joints is classified as a secondary cartilaginous joint?
Which of the following joints is classified as a secondary cartilaginous joint?
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Which joint type primarily facilitates rotational movements around a longitudinal axis within a fibrous ring?
Which joint type primarily facilitates rotational movements around a longitudinal axis within a fibrous ring?
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Study Notes
Anatomical Terminology
- Anterior: front of the body; Posterior: back of the body (also known as Ventral and Dorsal).
- Superior: towards the head; Inferior: away from the head (also referred to as Cranial and Caudal).
- Median: mid-line of the body; Medial: closer to the mid-line; Lateral: farther from the mid-line.
- Superficial: near the surface; Deep: further from the surface (External and Internal).
- Proximal: closer to point of attachment; Distal: further from point of attachment; Intermediate: between proximal and distal.
Anatomical Position
- Erect body stance with heels together, upper limbs along sides, and palms facing forward.
- Head is facing forward.
Planes of the Body
- Sagittal Plane: divides the body into right and left halves.
- Midsagittal Plane: vertical division into equal halves.
- Parasagittal Plane: vertical divisions into unequal parts.
- Horizontal Plane: divides the body into upper and lower parts.
- Coronal Plane: divides the body into anterior and posterior parts.
Skin & Fascia
- Three layers of skin:
- Epidermis: outer, avascular epithelial layer.
- Dermis: inner, vascular connective tissue layer.
- Hypodermis: subcutaneous, fatty connective tissue.
- Functions of skin include protection, sensory reception, temperature control, and vitamin D activation through UV exposure.
- Sebaceous glands are present in the dermis, secreting sebum to lubricate hair and skin.
Types of Bones
- Long bones: longer than they are wide.
- Short bones: cube-like, approximately equal in length and width.
- Irregular bones: complex shapes.
- Flat bones: thin and flattened.
- Pneumatic bones: contain air spaces.
- Sesamoid bones: embedded within tendons.
Types of Muscles
- Cardiac Muscle: involuntary, striated, contracts as a unit, found in the heart.
- Smooth Muscle: involuntary, found in walls of viscera and blood vessels, contracts in waves (peristalsis).
- Skeletal Muscle: voluntary, striated, multinucleated, attached to skeleton.
Joint Movements
- Flexion: decreases joint angle; Extension: increases joint angle.
- Medial and Lateral Rotation: rotation towards or away from mid-line.
- Abduction: movement away from mid-line; Adduction: movement toward mid-line.
- Elevation: movement upwards; Depression: movement downwards.
Classification of Joints
- Fibrous Joints: no movement (e.g., sutures of the skull).
- Cartilaginous Joints: limited movement (e.g., intervertebral discs).
- Synovial Joints: allow extensive movement, lubricated by synovial fluid within a joint capsule.
Lymphatic System
- Lymphatic vessels are larger than blood capillaries, with valves ensuring one-directional flow.
- Lymphatic tissues are rich in lymphocytes and are found in lymph nodes, spleen, thymus, and tonsils.
Spleen
- Largest lymphatic organ; located in the abdomen.
- Functions include formation of lymphocytes, blood storage, and destruction of old red blood cells.
Thymus Gland
- Located behind the sternum; reaches peak development at puberty and gradually involutes.
- Key role in T lymphocyte formation.
Tonsils
- Form a protective ring of lymphatic tissue around openings between the nasal and oral cavities.
- Main types: palatine tonsils (in oropharynx) and pharyngeal tonsils (in nasopharynx).
Respiratory System
- Comprises the nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and lungs.
- Divided into Conducting Division (airflow pathways) and Respiratory Division (gas-exchange areas).
Gastrointestinal Tract (GIT)
- Primary organs: mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine.
- Accessory organs: salivary glands, liver, pancreas.
- Small intestine: approximately 6 m long, consisting of the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum.
Key Features of the Small Intestine
- Duodenum: C-shaped, around the pancreas, length of 25 cm.
- Jejunum: thicker, more muscular wall; no Peyer’s patches.
- Ileum: thinner wall; connects to cecum at ileocecal opening.
Large Intestine
- Extent: from ileocecal junction to anus; approximately 1.5 m long.
- Divided into caecum, appendix, ascending colon, transverse colon, descending colon, sigmoid colon, rectum, and anal canal.
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Explore the essential anatomical terminology related to position in this quiz. Understand terms like anterior, posterior, superior, and inferior as you familiarize yourself with fundamental concepts in human anatomy. Designed for medical students, this quiz helps solidify your grasp of key terms used in anatomical studies.
