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Test Your Anatomical Planes and Movements Quiz

Assess Your Biomechanics Knowledge with This Quiz

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Questions: 20
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Embark on an engaging journey through anatomical planes and movements! This quiz tests understanding of sagittal, coronal, and transverse planes as well as essential motion terms. Ideal for anatomy students, fitness professionals, or curious minds looking to bolster their biomechanics foundations. Questions can be freely modified in our intuitive editor, and you can explore more assessments like the Knowledge Assessment Quiz or even personalize via the About Me Quiz. Dive into our full quizzes library to discover additional practice opportunities.

Which plane divides the body into left and right halves?
Sagittal plane
Coronal plane
Transverse plane
Oblique plane
The sagittal plane runs vertically and divides the body into left and right portions. It separates lateral and medial parts of the body. Movements such as flexion and extension occur in this plane.
Which plane divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) sections?
Coronal plane
Sagittal plane
Transverse plane
Oblique plane
The coronal (or frontal) plane runs vertically and divides the body into front and back sections. It separates anterior and posterior aspects. Abduction and adduction occur in this plane.
Which plane divides the body into superior (top) and inferior (bottom) parts?
Transverse plane
Coronal plane
Sagittal plane
Midsagittal plane
The transverse (horizontal) plane runs parallel to the ground and divides the body into upper and lower portions. It separates superior and inferior regions. Rotational movements occur around a vertical axis in this plane.
What is the term for decreasing the angle between two bones at a joint?
Flexion
Extension
Abduction
Adduction
Flexion refers to bending a joint so that the angle between the bones decreases. This movement typically brings two bones closer together. It occurs commonly at joints like the elbow and knee.
What is the term for movement of a limb away from the midline of the body?
Abduction
Adduction
Flexion
Extension
Abduction is the movement of a body part away from the midline. It commonly refers to moving the arms or legs out to the side. This contrasts with adduction, which moves a limb toward the midline.
Raising your arm straight forward in front of you occurs primarily in which plane?
Sagittal plane
Coronal plane
Transverse plane
Oblique plane
Forward flexion of the arm moves it in the sagittal plane, which divides the body into left and right halves. This plane accommodates movements toward and away from the anterior-posterior axis. Flexion at the shoulder occurs here.
Moving the leg laterally away from the midline occurs in which anatomical plane?
Coronal plane
Sagittal plane
Transverse plane
Oblique plane
Abduction of the leg moves it away from the body's midline in the coronal plane. The coronal plane divides the body into anterior and posterior sections. Lateral movements occur in this plane.
Turning your head from side to side is primarily a movement in which plane?
Transverse plane
Sagittal plane
Coronal plane
Frontal plane
Rotation of the head around the vertical axis occurs in the transverse plane, which divides the body into upper and lower parts. The transverse plane accommodates rotational movements. Looking left and right is transverse plane motion.
Lowering the arm from an abducted position back toward the body is called:
Adduction
Abduction
Flexion
Extension
Adduction is the movement of a limb back toward the midline of the body. It reverses abduction by decreasing the angle between the limb and the torso. This action occurs in the coronal plane.
Straightening (opening) the knee joint is known as:
Extension
Flexion
Abduction
Adduction
Extension is the movement that increases the angle between two bones at a joint. Straightening the knee returns the leg toward anatomical position. It occurs in the sagittal plane.
Bringing the top of the foot toward the shin is called:
Dorsiflexion
Plantarflexion
Inversion
Eversion
Dorsiflexion decreases the angle between the dorsum of the foot and the leg, moving the toes upward. It occurs at the ankle joint in the sagittal plane. The opposite movement is plantarflexion.
A circular motion at a joint combining flexion, abduction, extension, and adduction is called:
Circumduction
Rotation
Translation
Opposition
Circumduction is a composite movement that sequentially combines flexion, abduction, extension, and adduction. It traces a conical shape with the limb. Commonly seen at the shoulder and hip joints.
Rotating the forearm so the palm faces down is called:
Pronation
Supination
Inversion
Eversion
Pronation turns the forearm so the palm faces posteriorly (downward when the arm is extended). It occurs in the transverse plane around a vertical axis. The opposite movement is supination.
Rotating the forearm so the palm faces up is called:
Supination
Pronation
Abduction
Adduction
Supination rotates the forearm so the palm faces anteriorly (upward when the arm is extended). This movement is in the transverse plane about a longitudinal axis. Pronation is the opposite motion.
Pointing the toes downward, as when pressing a gas pedal, is called:
Plantarflexion
Dorsiflexion
Inversion
Eversion
Plantarflexion increases the angle between the dorsum of the foot and the leg, pointing the toes downward. It occurs at the ankle joint in the sagittal plane. The opposite action is dorsiflexion.
When you move your flexed arm horizontally across your chest at shoulder height, the movement is called:
Horizontal adduction
Horizontal abduction
Flexion
Adduction
Horizontal adduction moves a flexed arm across the chest in the transverse plane. It differs from standard adduction because the arm is elevated. Horizontal abduction would move the arm away from the chest.
A plane parallel to the midsagittal plane but offset from the body's midline is called:
Parasagittal plane
Oblique plane
Frontal plane
Transverse plane
A parasagittal plane runs parallel to the midsagittal plane but does not pass through the midline. It divides the body into unequal left and right sections. Oblique planes cut at an angle between other planes.
Eversion of the foot, which turns the sole outward, occurs in which plane?
Coronal plane
Sagittal plane
Transverse plane
Oblique plane
Eversion moves the sole of the foot away from the midline in the coronal plane. This lateral movement occurs at the ankle joint. Inversion is the opposite motion.
Bending the trunk directly to the side away from the midline is termed:
Lateral flexion
Medial flexion
Abduction
Adduction
Lateral flexion refers to side bending of the trunk in the coronal plane. It decreases the angle between the trunk and thigh on the side toward which it bends. Abduction/adduction refer to limb movements.
During a cartwheel, the legs move primarily in which anatomical plane?
Coronal plane
Sagittal plane
Transverse plane
Oblique plane
A cartwheel is performed by moving the legs and body sideways in the coronal plane. This plane divides the body into front and back. The lateral displacement of the legs characterizes coronal-plane motion.
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Analyse body movements relative to sagittal, coronal, and transverse planes
  2. Identify key anatomical planes and their orientations
  3. Apply correct terminology to describe various body motions
  4. Demonstrate understanding of flexion, extension, abduction, and adduction
  5. Evaluate composite movements in real-world scenarios

Cheat Sheet

  1. Understanding the Sagittal Plane - Imagine slicing yourself into left and right halves - this is the sagittal plane! It's where you see flexion (bending) and extension (straightening) in action, like nodding your head or doing a perfect bicep curl. Mastering this plane makes lunges and squats feel like a breeze. Dive into sagittal movements
    2. healthline.com
  2. Exploring the Frontal (Coronal) Plane - Think of a windowpane cutting you into front and back sections; that's your frontal plane. Here, side-to-side moves like jumping jacks, lateral raises, or even cartwheels steal the show. Embrace this plane to level up your dance moves and Pilates routines! Explore frontal actions
    3. healthline.com
  3. Learning the Transverse (Horizontal) Plane - Picture a hula hoop wrapping around your waist - this horizontal slice creates the transverse plane. Rotations, twists, and pivots (hello, torso twists and golf swings!) rule here. Get ready to spin your way to better core strength and coordination. Unlock transverse rotations
    4. healthline.com
  4. Mastering Flexion and Extension - Flexion is all about decreasing angles - think bending your elbow or crunching your spine - while extension straightens things back out. These dynamic duo movements are the backbone of exercises like push-ups and leg lifts. Knowing when to flex or extend keeps your form on point and injuries at bay. Master flexion & extension
    5. healthline.com
  5. Grasping Abduction and Adduction - Abduction means moving away from your body's midline (lift that arm or leg sideways!), and adduction brings it back home. These moves shine in workouts like side-leg raises and inner-thigh squeezes. Nail these and you'll feel like a graceful ice skater or a disciplined dancer. Grasp abduction & adduction
    6. healthline.com
  6. Recognizing Rotational Movements - Rotation is king in the transverse plane - turn your head, twist your torso, or swing a bat to see it in action. These spiraling motions power sports from baseball to ballet. Embrace rotation and boost your athletic flair and everyday agility. Recognize rotational moves
    7. healthline.com
  7. Identifying Compound Movements - Real life isn't one-plane only - think golf swings or dancing, which blend sagittal, frontal, and transverse actions all at once. Compound movements fire up multiple muscle groups and keep your workouts efficient and fun. Mix 'n' match planes to challenge your body in fresh ways! Spot compound movements
    8. healthline.com
  8. Applying Anatomical Terminology - Speak the language of anatomy by mastering terms like anterior (front), posterior (back), medial (toward midline), and lateral (away from midline). Precision in your descriptions helps both trainers and fellow students understand and execute movements perfectly. Get these down to impress in the classroom and the gym! Learn key terminology
    9. wikipedia.org
  9. Visualizing Movements in Planes - Close your eyes and picture a giant sheet of glass slicing through you - that's how to "see" each plane. This mental imagery makes it easier to predict movement paths and correct form. Practice visualizing during warm-ups to engrain the concepts in your brain! Visualize each plane
    10. healthline.com
  10. Practicing with Real-Life Examples - Connect theory to action by spotting planes in daily life: walking in the sagittal plane, doing jumping jacks frontally, or twisting to check your blind spot in the transverse plane. This playful habit cements your learning and turns you into a movement-analysis pro! Practice with examples
    11. healthline.com
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