Anatomical Planes Terminology

Question 1

Anatomical Planes Terminology

Answer 1

relates to the section of body structures

Question 2

Sagittal or median plane

Answer 2

Divides the body into equal right and left halves

Question 3

transverse or horizontal

Answer 3

divides the body into superior (above the mid-line) and inferior (below the mid-line)

Question 4

coronal or frontal plane

Answer 4

divides the body into dorsal (back part of the body) and ventral ( front part of the body)