Body Regions/Membranes Quiz

Which plane divides the body into right and left portions?

• Transverse plane

• Coronal plane

• Sagittal plane

• Midsagittal plane

What is the space behind the knee joint called?

• Axilla

• Cubital Fossa

• Popliteal Fossa

• Brachium

Which body cavity contains the heart and lungs?

• Thoracic cavity

• Pelvic cavity

• Posterior cavity

• Abdominal cavity

What is the function of mucous membranes?

• All of the above

• Absorption

• Protection

• Secretion

Which membrane is associated with the heart?

• Synovial membranes

• Peritoneal membranes

• Pericardial membranes

• Pleural membranes

What is the function of serous membranes?

• Absorption

• Support

• Lubrication

• All of the above

Which body region is frequently divided into the thorax and abdomen?

• Upper extremity

• Neck

• Trunk

• Head

What is the primary function of the synovial membranes?

• Absorption of nutrients

• Lubrication of joints

• Protection of organs

• Production of mucus

What is the name of the plane that divides the body into superior and inferior portions?

• Transverse plane

• Coronal plane

• Sagittal plane

• Midsagittal plane

Which cavity contains the stomach, small intestine, and large intestine?

• Posterior cavity

• Abdominal cavity

• Thoracic cavity

• Pelvic cavity