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Lesson 1.1
Identity: Human - Key Terms - Biomed
Question | Answer |
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Terms used to explain where one body structure is in relation to another. | Directional Terms |
Situated at or toward the hind part of the body. | Posterior |
Situated next to or near the point of attachment or origin or a central point. | Proximal |
Pertaining to the anterior or front side of the body; opposite of dorsal. | Ventral |
Anatomical terms that refer to specific visible landmarks on the surface of the body | Regional Terms |
Being or located near, on, or toward the back or posterior of the human body | Dorsal |
Situated toward the front of the body. | Anterior |
Situated below and closer to the feet than another and especially another similar part of an upright body especially of a human being. | Interior |
Of or relating to, or located near the surface. | Superficial |
The distinguishing character or personality of an individual. | Identity |
Situated away from the point of attachment or origin or a central point; located away from the center of the body. | Distal |
Situated toward the head and further away from the feet than another and especially another similar part of an upright body especially from a human being. | Superior |
Lying or extending in the middle; especially of a body part. | Medial |
A group of body organs or structures that together perform one or more vital functions. | System |
Away from the body surface; more internal. | Deep |