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Anatomy & Physiology: Trunk Regions
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What is the anatomical term for the back of the trunk?
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What is the anatomical term for the back of the trunk?
The back of the trunk is called the
posterior
or
dorsal
region.
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What is the anatomical term for the back of the trunk?
The back of the trunk is called the
posterior
or
dorsal
region.
What is the anatomical term for the front of the trunk?
The front of the trunk is called the
anterior
or
ventral
region.
Name the main regions of the trunk.
The trunk includes the
thoracic
(chest),
abdominal
(belly), and
pelvic
regions.
What is the term for the chest area of the trunk?
The chest area of the trunk is called the
thoracic
region.
What is the term for the belly area of the trunk?
The belly area of the trunk is called the
abdominal
region.
What is the term for the lower part of the trunk near the hips?
The lower part of the trunk near the hips is called the
pelvic
region.
Which side of the trunk is the ventral side?
The
ventral
side refers to the
front
of the trunk.
Which side of the trunk is the dorsal side?
The
dorsal
side refers to the
back
of the trunk.
What is the significance of distinguishing anterior and posterior trunk regions?
It helps describe locations and directions in the body for anatomy and physiology.
How is the trunk divided for anatomical study?
The trunk is divided into
anterior (front)
and
posterior (back)
regions with specific subregions.