Naming Muscles

Front

What is the name of the muscle that is primarily responsible for extending the knee?

Back

Quadriceps

Front

Which muscle flexes the elbow and lifts the ulna?

Back

Brachialis

Front

What is the function of the brachioradialis muscle?

Back

It assists in flexing the forearm at the elbow.

Front

What are the paired straplike muscles that flex the vertebral column and compress the abdomen?

Back

Rectus abdominis

Front

What is the name of the muscle located beneath the clavicle?

Back

Subclavius

Front

What is the primary action of the quadriceps muscle group?

Back

Extension of the knee.

Front

Which muscle is involved in the flexion of the forearm at the elbow?

Back

Brachialis.

Front

What is the anatomical location of the rectus abdominis muscle?

Back

It is located in the anterior abdominal wall.

Front

What is the role of the brachioradialis during arm movements?

Back

It helps in flexing the forearm and stabilizing the elbow.

Front

What movements are facilitated by the rectus abdominis during physical activities?

Back

Flexion of the vertebral column and compression of the abdomen.