Anatomical Terminology (lecture 1 + definitions) Flashcards
1
Q
What is the Coronal Plane?
A
A vertical plane that divides the body into anterior (ventral) and posterior (dorsal) portions
2
Q
What is the Saggital Plane?
A
A vertical plane that divides the body into left and right sections
3
Q
What is the Transverse Plane?
A
A horizontal plane that divides the body into upper and lower portions
4
Q
What does the appendicular skeleton include?
A
The bones of the limbs and the supporting girdles (pectoral and pelvic) that connect them to the trunk
5
Q
What are the two major body cavities?
A
- Ventral cavity (includes thoracic & abdominopelvic cavities)
- Dorsal cavity (includes cranial and spinal cavities)
6
Q
What are the ventral cavities lined with?
A
Serous membranes - secretes lubricating fluid that reduces friction between organs
7
Q
What are the dorsal cavities lined with?
A
Meninges
8
Q
Tubercle
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