Introduction to Anatomy

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Which of the following best describes the study of anatomy?

  • The study of the chemical processes in the body.
  • The study of diseases.
  • The study of the function of the body.
  • The study of the structure of the body. (correct)

In the anatomical position, which direction do the palms face?

  • Forward (correct)
  • Downward
  • Toward the body
  • Backward

What does the sagittal plane divide the body into?

  • Right and left parts (correct)
  • Superior and inferior parts
  • Diagonal parts
  • Anterior and posterior parts

Which term describes something located towards the head?

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Which body cavity contains the heart?

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

What type of membrane lines the walls of the ventral body cavity?

<p>Parietal serosa (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is a component of the integumentary system?

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

Which system is responsible for transporting nutrients and gases in the body?

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

What is the main function of the respiratory system?

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Which organ is part of both the digestive and endocrine systems?

<p>Pancreas (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Anatomy

The study of the body's structures and the relationships between them.

Anatomical Position

A standardized reference point where the body is erect, feet slightly apart, palms face forward, and thumbs point away from the body.

Sagittal Plane

Divides the body into right and left parts.

Frontal (Coronal) Plane

Divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) parts.

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Transverse (Horizontal) Plane

Divides the body into superior (upper) and inferior (lower) parts.

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Superior (Cranial)

Toward the head end or upper part of a structure or the body; above.

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Inferior (Caudal)

Away from the head end or toward the lower part of a structure or the body; below.

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Anterior (Ventral)

Toward or at the front of the body; in front of.

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Posterior (Dorsal)

Toward or at the back of the body; behind.

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Medial

Toward or at the midline of the body; on the inner side of.

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