Anatomical Terms

Front

What is the frontal (coronal) plane?

Back

The frontal (coronal) plane divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) sections.

Front

What is another term for 'posterior'?

Back

Dorsal is another term for 'posterior', referring to the back side of the body.

Front

What does 'proximal' mean in anatomical terms?

Back

Proximal refers to a position that is closer to the point of attachment of a limb to the body.

Front

Which body cavity contains the majority of the digestive organs?

Back

The abdominal cavity contains the majority of the digestive organs.

Front

What is the anatomical term for the shoulder blade?

Back

The anatomical term for the shoulder blade is 'scapular'.

Front

What does 'superior' mean in anatomical terms?

Back

Superior refers to a position that is above or higher than another part of the body.

Front

What is the meaning of 'inferior' in anatomy?

Back

Inferior refers to a position that is below or lower than another part of the body.

Front

Define 'distal' in anatomical terms.

Back

Distal refers to a position that is farther away from the point of attachment of a limb to the body.

Front

What is the mediastinum?

Back

The mediastinum is the central compartment of the thoracic cavity, containing the heart, trachea, and other structures.

Front

What does 'ventral' mean?

Back

Ventral refers to the front or belly side of the body.