Anatomy - Organization of the Human Body

superior

above or higher than another structure in the body

inferior

away from the head, lower

anterior

front of the body

posterior

back of the body

medial

toward the midline of the body

lateral

away from the midline of the body

intermediate

between medial and lateral

proximal

nearer to the trunk or point of origin

distal

away from the point of attachment

superficial

toward the surface of the body

deep

away from the surface of the body

What is the body divided into?

axial and appendicular

what is part of the axial part of the body?

head, neck, and trunk

what is part of the appendicular part of the body?

arms and legs

What does the axial portion contain?

cranial cavity and vertebral canal

What is part of the appendicular portion?

thoracic cavity, abdominal cavity, and pelvic cavity.

What does the integumentary system do?

The integumentary system protects the body, regulates temperature, and provides sensory information. It includes the skin, hair, nails, and associated glands.

What is part of the support and movement part of your body?

skeletal and muscular

What is part of the integration and coordination part of your body?

nervous and endocrine systems

What is part of the transport and circulation part of your body?

cardiovascular system and lymphatic system

What is part of the absorption part of your body?

digestive system, respiratory system, and urinary system.