Anitomical Terminology

Front

What are the opposites of distal and proximal?

Back

Distal refers to a position further from the point of attachment or origin, while proximal refers to a position closer to the point of attachment or origin.

Front

What is a transverse section?

Back

A transverse section is a cut that divides the body into superior (upper) and inferior (lower) parts.

Front

What does lateral mean in anatomical terms?

Back

Lateral means towards the side of the body, away from the midline.

Front

What is a sagittal section?

Back

A sagittal section is a cut that divides the body into left and right parts.

Front

Which is more distal: elbow or wrist?

Back

Wrist is more distal than elbow.

Front

Define medial in anatomical terminology.

Back

Medial means towards the midline of the body.

Front

What is the definition of superior?

Back

Superior refers to a position above or higher than another part of the body.

Front

What does inferior mean?

Back

Inferior refers to a position below or lower than another part of the body.

Front

Explain the term anterior.

Back

Anterior means towards the front of the body.

Front

What is the meaning of posterior?

Back

Posterior means towards the back of the body.