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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Directional Terms: Front and Back

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Directional Terms: Front and Back

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Multiple Choice

Which medical term contains the word root that means 'back of the body'?

Dorsal

Ventral

Medial

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Step 1: Understand the question by identifying the key term 'back of the body' and recognize that it refers to anatomical positioning.

Step 2: Recall that the word root 'dors-' is derived from Latin and specifically refers to the 'back' or 'posterior' side of the body.

Step 3: Compare the options provided: 'Dorsal,' 'Ventral,' 'Anterior,' and 'Medial.' Note that 'Dorsal' aligns with the meaning of 'back of the body.'

Step 4: Clarify the meanings of the other terms: 'Ventral' refers to the front or belly side, 'Anterior' refers to the front of the body, and 'Medial' refers to the middle or center of the body.

Step 5: Conclude that the correct term containing the word root for 'back of the body' is 'Dorsal,' based on anatomical terminology.