anatomical directions and planes

Question 1

What is the Larynx

Answer 1

The epiglottis forms part of the opening in the trachea (wind pipe).

It closes over the trachea when we swallow, prevents aspiration of food.

Question 2

Define Cranial

Answer 2

towards the bran (head)

Question 3

Define Caudal

Answer 3

towards the tail

Question 4

Define Rostral

Answer 4

towards the nose

Question 5

Define Medial

Answer 5

middle of the animal (midline)

Question 6

Define Lateral

Answer 6

side of the animal (away from middle)

Question 7

Define Dorsal

Answer 7

above animal (back of animal)

Question 8

Define Ventral

Answer 8

below animal (underside of animal)

Question 9

Define Proximal

Answer 9

near/towards the animal (closer to body)

Question 10

Define Distal

Answer 10

away from animal/body

Question 11

Define Palmar

Answer 11

underneath front paws

Question 12

Define Plantar

Answer 12

underneath back paws

Question 13

Define Sagittal Plane

Answer 13

divides body into left and right side (medial/lateral)

Question 14

Define Cornal/Dorsal plane

Answer 14

dives body into anterior and posterior parts (front/back)

Question 15

Define Transverse plane

Answer 15

intersects animal from lateral and medial