Human Body System Flashcards
(16 cards)
Anterior?
Situated toward the front of the body
Deep?
away from the body surface; more internal
Directional terms?
Terms used to explain where one body structure is in relation to another
Distal?
situated away from the point of attachment or origin or a central point;located away from the center of the body
Dorsal?
Being or located near ,on ,or toward the back or posterior part of the human body
identity?
The distinguishing character or personality of an individual
Inferior?
Situated below and closer to the feet than another and especially of a human being
Lateral?
Of or relating to the side ;especially of a body part
Medial?
Lying or extending in the middle; especially of a body part
Posterior?
Situated at or toward the hind part of the body
Proximal?
Situated next to or near the point of attachment or origin or a central point
Regional Terms?
Anatomical terms that refer to specific visible landmarks on the surface of the body
Superficial?
Of,relating to,or located near the surface
Superior?
situated toward the head and further away form the feet than another and especially another similar part of an upright body especially of a human being
system?
A group of body organs or structure that together perform one or more vital functions
Ventral?
Pertaining to the anterior or front side of the body; opposite of dorsal