Anatomical Terminology Flashcards by margo channell | Brainscape

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Superior

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above or closer to the head

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Inferior

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below or closer to the feet

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Anterior (ventral)

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toward the front

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Posterior (dorsal)

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towards the back

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Medial

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toward the middle or mid-line

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Lateral

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toward the side

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Proximal

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closer to the point of attachment

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Distal

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farther from a point of attachment

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Superficial

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near the surface

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Deep

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more internal

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