Anatomical terms *matching* Flashcards
1
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Dorsal
A
Nearer to the back of the animal than
2
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Ventral
A
Nearer to the belly of the animal than
3
Q
Cranial (anterior)
A
Nearer to the skull than
4
Q
Caudal (posterior)
A
Nearer to the tail than
5
Q
Proximal
A
Closer to the body than (limbs)
6
Q
Distal
A
Further from the body than (limbs)
7
Q
Medial
A
Nearer to the mid-line than
8
Q
Lateral
A
Further from the mid-line than
9
Q
Rostral
A
Towards the muzzle
10
Q
Palmar
A
The “walking” surface of the front paw (palm)
11
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Plantar
A
The “walking” surface of the hind paw (bottom of foot)