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Anatomy Basics Flashcards

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  1. Which anatomical term describes a structure that is closer to the head?

    Answer: Superior

    Superior means toward the head (cranial direction), while inferior means toward the feet.

  2. The small intestine is located in which abdominal region?

    Answer: Umbilical and flanking regions primarily

    The small intestine occupies primarily the umbilical region and portions of the right and left iliac (inguinal) regions.

  3. Synovial fluid is found in:

    Answer: Freely movable (diarthrosis) joints

    Synovial fluid lubricates and nourishes freely movable (synovial/diarthrotic) joints such as the knee and shoulder.

  4. The largest organ of the integumentary system is the:

    Answer: Skin

    The skin (cutaneous membrane) is the largest organ by surface area and weight, forming the outer boundary of the body.

  5. Which body cavity is separated from the abdominal cavity by the diaphragm?

    Answer: Thoracic cavity

    The dome-shaped diaphragm muscle physically separates the thoracic cavity (above) from the abdominal cavity (below).

  6. Osseous tissue is another name for:

    Answer: Bone tissue

    Osseous tissue is bone tissue, a specialized connective tissue mineralized with calcium phosphate for strength and rigidity.

  7. The femur articulates proximally with which structure?

    Answer: Acetabulum of the pelvis

    The head of the femur articulates with the acetabulum (socket of the hip bone) to form the hip joint.