Anatomical Orientation

-ology

• to watch

• to prepare

• to look

• study

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'study' because the suffix '-ology' indicates a field of study or branch of knowledge, such as biology or psychology.

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NGSS.MS-LS3-1

NGSS.MS-LS4-1

NGSS.MS-LS4-2

Anatomy

• the study of the structures of the body

• the study of the functions of the body

• the of the diseases of the body

• the study of the mind

Answer explanation

The question is related to anatomy, which is the study of the structure of living organisms. It encompasses various fields such as human anatomy, animal anatomy, and plant anatomy.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-1

NGSS.MS-LS1-3

NGSS.MS-LS4-2

Physiology

• the study of disease or disorders of the body

• the study of the functions of the body

• the study of the structures of the body

• the study of the feet

Answer explanation

Physiology is the branch of biology that deals with the normal functions of living organisms and their parts. It focuses on how organisms, organ systems, organs, cells, and biomolecules carry out the chemical and physical functions that exist in a living system.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-1

NGSS.HS-LS1-3

Pathology

• the study of the functions of the body

• the study of the structures of the body

• the study of the diseases or disorders of the body

• the study of legs

Answer explanation

Pathology is the study of diseases, their causes, development, and effects on the body. It involves examining tissues, organs, and bodily fluids to diagnose illnesses.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS3-1

Anatomical Positions

• palms facing down

• feet up in the air

• feet flat on the ground

• palms facing forward

Answer explanation

The correct anatomical positions are with feet flat on the ground and palms facing forward.

Superior

• above

• right

• left

• below

Answer explanation

The word 'Superior' suggests something of higher quality, rank, or importance. It indicates excellence or superiority compared to others.

Inferior

• left

• above

• below

• right

Answer explanation

Inferior means lower in rank, status, or quality. It is the opposite of superior. In this context, it refers to something of lesser quality or importance.

Medial

• closest to side

• closest to the center

• closest to the midline

• closest to the feet

Answer explanation

The term 'medial' refers to the middle or central part of something, often used in anatomy to describe structures located towards the middle of the body or an organ.

Lateral

• closest to midline

• away from midline

• above midline

• below midline

Answer explanation

The word 'lateral' typically refers to the side or outer part of something, such as the lateral side of the body or a lateral movement. It is often used to describe a position or direction that is away from the center.

Proximal

• point of attachment doesn't matter

• farthest from point of attachment

• closest to point of attachment

Answer explanation

Proximal refers to something situated near or closer to the center of the body or point of reference.