anatomical position

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What is the anatomical position?

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The anatomical position is a standard position of the body used as a reference point in anatomy. In this position, the body is standing upright, facing forward, with arms at the sides and palms facing forward.

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What does 'anterior' mean in anatomical terms?

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Anterior refers to the front of the body or towards the front.

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What does 'posterior' mean in anatomical terms?

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Posterior refers to the back of the body or towards the back.

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What is the definition of 'superior'?

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Superior means above or higher in position.

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What is the definition of 'inferior'?

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Inferior means below or lower in position.

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What is the coronal plane?

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The coronal plane, also known as the frontal plane, divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) sections.

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What is the sagittal plane?

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The sagittal plane divides the body into right and left parts.

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What is the transverse plane?

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The transverse plane, also known as the horizontal plane, divides the body into superior (upper) and inferior (lower) parts.

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What does 'superficial' mean?

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Superficial means toward or at the body surface.

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What does 'deep' mean in anatomical terms?

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Deep refers to parts that are further away from the body surface.