Quarter
Quarter (medical term)
Quarter (/ˈkwɔːrtər/), in the medical context, refers to one of four equal parts into which something is divided. The term is derived from the Middle English quartre, from the Old French quartier, from Latin quartarius, which means a fourth part.
Usage in Medical Context
In medical terminology, the term 'quarter' is often used to describe a specific section or part of the human body. For example, the human brain can be divided into four quarters or lobes, each with its own specific functions. Similarly, the human heart is also divided into four quarters or chambers, each playing a crucial role in the process of blood circulation.
Related Terms
- Lobe: A clearly defined part of an organ in the body.
- Chamber: A compartment or enclosed space in the body, such as the chambers of the heart.
- Quadrant: A quarter of a circle or of its circumference, often used to describe specific areas of the human body.
- Quartile: Any of the three values which divide a range of data into four equal parts.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Quarter
- Wikipedia's article - Quarter
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