What is the purpose of anatomical terms?

A) Anatomical terms are used because they provide continuity between organs of humans and animals.
B) Anatomical terms are used because they provide a standardized frame of reference for describing the human body.
C) Anatomical terms are used because they give hints about the function of the body part.
D) Anatomical terms are used because all organs that perform the same function have the same anatomical term regardless of the organism.
E) Anatomical terms are used because they are easier to spell and pronounce than the official standard terms.


Answer: B

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