Atomical Terms & Concepts Flashcards
What is the term for the study of the structure of the human body?
Anatomy
True or False: The dorsal side of the body refers to the back side.
True
Fill in the blank: The _______ plane divides the body into equal left and right halves.
Sagittal
What is the term for the front side of the body?
Ventral
Which body cavity contains the heart and lungs?
Thoracic cavity
What is the term for the study of the function of the human body?
Physiology
True or False: The proximal end of a bone is closer to the trunk of the body.
True
Fill in the blank: The _______ plane divides the body into superior and inferior portions.
Transverse
What is the term for the back side of the body?
Dorsal
Which body cavity contains the stomach, liver, and intestines?
Abdominal cavity
True or False: The distal end of a bone is closer to the point of attachment.
False
Fill in the blank: The _______ plane divides the body into front and back portions.
Frontal
What is the term for the study of how the body maintains stability?
Homeostasis
True or False: The plantar surface refers to the bottom of the foot.
True
Fill in the blank: The _______ region is located between the thorax and pelvis.
Abdomen
What is the term for the study of cells?
Cytology
True or False: The popliteal region is located on the anterior side of the knee.
False
Fill in the blank: The _______ cavity contains the brain and spinal cord.
Cranial
What is the term for the study of tissues?
Histology
True or False: The palmar surface refers to the back of the hand.
False
Fill in the blank: The _______ region is located between the neck and abdomen.
Thorax
What is the term for the study of the nervous system?
Neurology
True or False: The olecranal region is located on the posterior side of the elbow.
True
Fill in the blank: The _______ cavity contains the bladder and reproductive organs.
Pelvic
