Anatomical Planes and Directionality

Front

What is the term for the front side of the body?

Back

Ventral

Front

What is the term for the back side of the body?

Back

Dorsal

Front

What does 'medial' refer to in anatomical terms?

Back

Closer to the midline of the body.

Front

What does 'lateral' refer to in anatomical terms?

Back

Farther from the midline of the body.

Front

What is the term for a structure that is closer to the head than another structure?

Back

Superior

Front

What is the term for a structure that is closer to the feet than another structure?

Back

Inferior

Front

What does 'superficial' mean in anatomy?

Back

Closer to the surface of the body.

Front

What does 'deep' mean in anatomy?

Back

Farther away from the surface of the body.

Front

What is the anatomical position?

Back

Standing upright, facing forward, arms at the sides, palms facing forward.

Front

Which anatomical plane divides the body into anterior and posterior sections?

Back

Frontal (Coronal) Plane