The human body - planes of the body - ch 3

Question 1

Explain anatomical planes?

Answer 1

imaginary lines that are drawn through a body in the anatomical position

Question 2

Name 3 planes of the anatomical position?

Answer 2

1. frontal
2. sagittal
3. transverse

Question 3

Explain the frontal plane?

Answer 3

A vertical line that divides the body or structure into anterior and posterior sections. It runs lengthwise through the body.

Question 4

Explain the sagittal plane?

Answer 4

A vertical line that divides the body or structure into left and right sides. It runs lengthwise through the body. The mid-sagittal plane divides the body into right and left halves. Also known as the lateral plane

Question 5

Explain the transverse plane?

Answer 5

A plane that runs horizontally through the body or structure and divides it into superior and inferior sections. Also known as the axial or cross-sectional plane.