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“It’s time for Name That Organs’ bonus trivia round! With your host, Ana Tomy!”
“Thanks Fizzy Ology! Let’s get to our bonus question: The phrase ‘Anatomical position’ is used for what purpose?”
  1. It is used to describe the position/placement of body parts in relation to one another.
  2. It is important in anatomy because anatomic directional terms are used in reference to the anatomical position.
  3. A and B.
  4. I can’t say the purpose in polite company.
Explanation
Answer: C - The anatomical position is used in anatomy to describe the position of body parts. Directional terms such as anterior, posterior, lateral, and medial are used as if the body were in anatomical position. Anatomical position is a body standing, facing forward, with feet slightly apart, arms at the sides, and palms facing forward.
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