Anatomical Terms Quiz

What is the anatomical term for moving a limb toward the midline?

• Abduction

• Flexion

• Adduction

• Extension

Which plane divides the body into upper and lower halves?

• Sagittal plane

• Frontal plane

• Transverse plane

• Coronal plane

What is the anatomical term for structures at the same side of the body?

• Contralateral

• Lateral

• Ipsilateral

• Medial

Which term describes rotation towards the median plane?

• Medial rotation

• Lateral rotation

• Pronation

• Supination

What is the anatomical term for structures at the opposite sides of the body?

• Contralateral

• Ipsilateral

• Medial

• Lateral

Which term describes moving the jaw forwards?

• Adduction

• Abduction

• Retraction

• Protraction

What is the anatomical term for rotation away from the median plane?

• Lateral rotation

• Medial rotation

• Pronation

• Supination

Which term describes moving a limb away from the midline?

• Flexion

• Extension

• Adduction

• Abduction

What is the anatomical term for moving the jaw backwards?

• Abduction

• Adduction

• Retraction

• Protraction

Which term describes rotation towards the median plane?

• Medial rotation

• Lateral rotation

• Pronation

• Supination