planes and structures Flashcards
1
Q
transverse plane (horizontal/cross-sectional)
A
horizontal plane divides body into superior and inferior parts
2
Q
sagittal plane
A
divides body into right and left sides
3
Q
midsagittal plane
A
divides body through midline into equal right and left sides
4
Q
parasagittal plane
A
divides body into unequal left and right sides
5
Q
frontal plane (coronal)
A
divides body into anterior and posterior portions
6
Q
oblique plane
A
passes through body at oblique angle (any other than 90 degrees)