Anatomical Terms

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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 straight, facing forward, with upper limbs at the sides and palms facing forward.

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What does 'superior' mean in anatomical terms?

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Superior refers to a body part that is above another part or closer to the head.

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What does 'inferior' mean in anatomical terms?

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Inferior refers to a body part that is below another part or farther from the head.

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What does 'superficial' mean in anatomical terms?

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Superficial refers to a body part that is closer to the surface of the body compared to another part.

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What does 'deep' mean in anatomical terms?

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Deep refers to a body part that is farther away from the surface of the body compared to another part.

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What does 'lateral' mean in anatomical terms?

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Lateral refers to a body part that is farther from the midline of the body.

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What does 'medial' mean in anatomical terms?

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Medial refers to a body part that is closer to the midline of the body.

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What does 'proximal' mean in anatomical terms?

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Proximal refers to a body part that is closer to the point of attachment or origin.

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What does 'distal' mean in anatomical terms?

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Distal refers to a body part that is farther from the point of attachment or origin.

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What is the significance of the sagittal plane?

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