What direction is the spine, in relation to the sternum?

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The spine is located behind the sternum, therefore the spine is posterior to the sternum.
Anterior would indicate that the spine is in front of the sternum. Superior would indicate that the spine is above the sternum. Inferior would indicate that the spine is below the sternum.
Below are the important terms of direction as well as a diagram to use as a visual reference:
Superior (above)
Inferior (below)
Anterior (toward the front; in front of)
Posterior (toward the back; behind)
Medial (toward the midline)
Lateral (away from the midline or toward the sides)
Proximal (closer to the point of attachment - usually in reference to limbs)
Distal (farther away from the point of attachment - usually in reference to limbs)
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What Direction Is the Spine, in Relation to the Sternum