Superficial and Deep

Dr. Morton explains the anatomical terms 'superficial' and 'deep', using an orange analogy and examples from the human body, such as the arm and skull. The terms describe the relative positions of structures, with 'superficial' meaning closer to the surface and 'deep' meaning further inside. The video also covers the layers of a muscular artery, highlighting the use of these terms in anatomy.

What does the term 'superficial' mean in anatomical terms?

• Towards the front

• Towards the inside

• Towards the surface

• Towards the back

In the example of the orange, how is the peel positioned relative to the pulp?

• Deep to the pulp

• Lateral to the pulp

• Superficial to the pulp

• Inferior to the pulp

How is the humerus positioned relative to the skin in the arm?

• Anterior to the skin

• Superficial to the skin

• Lateral to the skin

• Deep to the skin

In the sagittal section of the skull and brain, how is the skull positioned relative to the brain?

• Lateral to the brain

• Deep to the brain

• Internal to the brain

• Superficial to the brain

What is the term used for the outer layer of elastic tissue in a muscular artery?

• Tunica media

• Tunica intima

• External elastic lamina

• Internal elastic lamina