Anatomic Planes

Question 1

Anatomic Planes

Answer 1

When you’re talking anatomy and physiology, the body is divided into sections, usually three planes. Separating the body into sections, or cuts, let’s you know which body half is being explained.

Question 2

Frontal or coronal

Answer 2

Divides the body into front (anterior) and back (posterior).

Question 3

Sagittal or median

Answer 3

Divides the body lengthwise into right and left sections.

Question 4

Transverse or horizontal

Answer 4

Divides the body horizontally into top and bottom sections.