Chapter 5 Review Questions

Define the anatomical position.

In terms of the anatomical position, state the opposite of each of the following terms: Anterior, Superior, Medial, Proximal, Superficial.

Name the five types of bones found in the human body and give one example of each type.

List the six types of synovial joints in the human body and give one example for each type of joint.

Differentiate between the three anatomical planes and the three anatomical axes. In other words, what is the difference between a plane and axis?

State the general rule pertaining to the relationship of anatomical axes and anatomical planes to one another. Include a simple diagram/photo/picture of a human body that shows this relationship.