Fundamentals of A&P Vocabulary
Across
- 5. toward the lower portion or below a structure of the body.
- 7. key component of the musculoskeletal system and is widespread in the human body. Used for fixation and support, Protection, Energy reserve, Transportation of fluids and other substances.
- 10. divides the body or structure into superior/inferior portions.
- 12. toward the midline, or central axis, of the body.
- 15. in the peripheral nerves all through the body and also in the organs of the central nervous system such as the spinal cord and the brain. The neurons are specialized cells that conduct nerve impulses and the Glial cells are non conducting cells that support, insulate, and protect neurons.
- 17. point of attachment that remains relatively fixed during contraction.
- 18. is in muscles which are attached to the skeleton. Used for involuntary control of the hear and body organs, involved in production of movements.
- 19. toward the surface of a structure of the body.
Down
- 1. refers to both sides of the body.
- 2. away from the central axis, or midline, of the body.
- 3. longitudinal plane that crosses the sagittal plane at a right angle.
- 4. cover surfaces of the body and the body cavities of different systems (respiratory, digestive, cardiac, and vascular systems). Used for Protection, Absorption and filtration, Excretion and secretion, Sensation
- 5. point of attachment that is more mobile during contraction.
- 6. refers to the opposite side of the body.
- 8. away from the surface of a structure of the body.
- 9. toward the back or behind a structure of the body.
- 11. toward the upper portion or located above a structure of the body.
- 13. toward the front or in front of a structure of the body.
- 14. refers to the same side of the body.
- 16. longitudinal plane that is parallel to the sagittal suture of the skull.