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Briana Davis
Anatomy weeks 1-5
Term | Definition |
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Sagittal plane | The sagittal plane divides the body into left and right sections, which can be either equal (midsagittal) or unequal (parasagittal). |
Coronal Plane | The coronal plane, also known as the frontal plane, divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) sections. |
Transverse Plane | The transverse plane is an anatomical plane that divides the body into upper (superior) and lower (inferior) parts, typically slicing horizontally through the body. |
Example of a Ionic Bond | Typically found in compounds like sodium chloride (table salt). |
What is the Epidermis layer of the skin ? | The epidermis is the outermost layer of the skin, providing a protective barrier against environmental elements and pathogens. |
What is the purpose of melanocytes? | Melanocytes are specialized skin cells that produce melanin, the pigment responsible for skin color. They play a crucial role in protecting the skin from UV radiation damage by absorbing and dissipating harmful rays. |
What are two highly adapted types of connective tissues that make up the skeleton? | Bone & Cartilage |
What are Articulations? | Articulations are the points of contact between bones that either stabilize the parts of the skeleton or make movement possible |
The muscle that flexes the semipronated or semisupinated forearm is the: | Brachioradialis |
Bone marrow is a specialized type of soft, diffuse connective tissue called | Myeloid tissue |