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Define the following pair of anatomical terms and give examples for each: Superficial - Deep.

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Define the following pair of anatomical terms and give examples for each:

Superficial - Deep.

Terms in Gross Anatomy

Gross anatomy refers to the subject in science where anatomical features are observed with the naked eye. This is utilized greatly in surgical pathology where anatomical terms must be known and applied correctly to describe a number of anomalies.

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The term "superficial" describes a layer of anything that is closer to the surface. The term "deep" is used to describe something...

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