Questions and Answers
What is the frontal or coronal plane?
Separates anterior and posterior portions of the body; coronal refers to sections passing through the skull.
What is the sagittal plane?
Vertical division of the body into right and left portions.
What is a midsagittal section?
Passes through the midline, dividing the body into right and left portions.
What is a parasagittal section?
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What is the transverse or horizontal plane?
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Study Notes
Sectional Planes
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Frontal or Coronal Plane: Divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) sections. The term "coronal" specifically refers to sections that intersect the skull.
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Sagittal Plane: A vertical plane that slices the body into right and left parts, essential for understanding lateral characteristics.
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Midsagittal Section: This specific sagittal cut passes through the body's midline, effectively splitting it into equal right and left halves.
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Parasagittal Section: Any vertical cut parallel to the midsagittal plane, resulting in unequal divisions of right and left segments.
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Transverse or Horizontal Plane: A plane that divides the body into superior (upper) and inferior (lower) portions. Sections made in this plane are referred to as cross sections.
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Test your knowledge on the different sectional planes of the body with these flashcards. You'll learn about the frontal, sagittal, midsagittal, and parasagittal sections. Each card provides a concise definition to help reinforce your understanding of anatomy.
