Understanding Anatomical Planes

What are the three main anatomical planes?

• sagittal, lateral, oblique

• frontal, horizontal, diagonal

• sagittal, frontal, transverse

• coronal, axial, vertical

Define the sagittal plane.

• The sagittal plane is a circular plane that encompasses the entire body.

• The sagittal plane is a vertical plane that divides the body into right and left parts.

• The sagittal plane is a horizontal plane that divides the body into upper and lower parts.

• The sagittal plane is a diagonal plane that divides the body into front and back parts.

What is the function of the coronal plane?

• The coronal plane separates the body into upper and lower halves.

• The coronal plane functions to divide the body into anterior and posterior sections.

• The coronal plane is responsible for rotating the body.

• The coronal plane divides the body into left and right sections.

Explain the transverse plane and its significance.

• The transverse plane divides the body into front and back parts.

• The transverse plane divides the body into upper and lower parts and is crucial for analyzing rotational movements.

• The transverse plane is used to measure body fat percentage.

• The transverse plane is only relevant for lower body exercises.

How does the anatomical position relate to these planes?

• The anatomical position is irrelevant to body planes.

• Body planes are only defined in the supine position.

• The anatomical position changes with different activities.

• The anatomical position provides a standard reference for understanding body planes.

Identify a movement that occurs in the sagittal plane.

• Circumduction of the wrist

• Rotation of the torso

• Abduction of the arm

• Flexion of the elbow

What is the difference between flexion and extension?

• Flexion and extension are the same movement.

• Flexion increases the angle; extension decreases the angle.

• Flexion decreases the angle; extension increases the angle.

• Flexion is a movement of the legs only; extension is for the arms.

Describe the role of the musculoskeletal system.

• The musculoskeletal system supports the body, enables movement, protects organs, and stores minerals.

• The musculoskeletal system regulates hormones and metabolism.

• The musculoskeletal system controls the body's immune responses.

• The musculoskeletal system is primarily responsible for digestion and nutrient absorption.

What are the major types of joints in the human body?

• Hinge joints

• Pivot joints

• Ball-and-socket joints

• Fibrous joints, Cartilaginous joints, Synovial joints

How do ligaments differ from tendons?

• Ligaments connect organs to muscles; tendons connect bones to muscles.

• Ligaments are more elastic than tendons; tendons are rigid.

• Ligaments connect bones to bones; tendons connect muscles to bones.

• Ligaments connect muscles to bones; tendons connect bones to bones.