Anatomy: Anatomical Directions, and Cavities

Front

What is the study of the functions of the body?

Back

Physiology

Front

What is the cavity surrounded by a box?

Back

Abdominal Cavity

Front

Where is the nose located in relation to the body?

Back

Anterior (ventral)

Front

What term describes the back side of the body?

Back

Posterior

Front

What is the study of the structures of the body?

Back

Anatomy

Front

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

Back

Anterior (ventral)

Front

What is the term for the lower part of the body?

Back

Inferior

Front

What is the term for the upper part of the body?

Back

Superior

Front

What is the term for the side of the body that is away from the midline?

Back

Lateral

Front

What is the term for a cavity that contains the heart and lungs?

Back

Thoracic Cavity