Match each term with its corresponding definition or description.
-moving part of the body away from the midline of the body
A)flexion
B)extension
C)abduction
D)adduction
E)supination
F)pronation
G)rotation
H)plantar flexion
I)dorsiflexion

Question

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Abduction refers to moving the body part away from the midline of the body.

Answer: D
 Adduction refers to moving the body part towards the midline of the body.

Answer: A
 Flexion refers to bending a joint and decreasing the angle between two bones or body parts.

Answer: B
 Extension refers to straightening a joint and increasing the angle between two bones or body parts.

Answer: E
 Supination refers to rotating the forearm so that the palm faces upwards.

Answer: F
 Pronation refers to rotating the forearm so that the palm faces downwards.

Answer: G
 Rotation refers to turning a body part around its own axis.

Answer: H
 Plantar flexion refers to moving the foot downwards as if pressing on a gas pedal.

Answer: I
 Dorsiflexion refers to moving the foot upwards towards the shin.

Match Each Term with Its Corresponding Definition or Description