Muscle Identification

Front

What is the name of the muscle located on the inner thigh responsible for adduction?

Back

Adductor Magnus

Front

What is the term for the movement that increases the angle between body parts?

Back

Extension

Front

What is the lateral motion towards the midline of the body called?

Back

Adduction

Front

What joint action involves moving a limb in a circular motion?

Back

Circumduction

Front

What is the name of the muscle located at the back of the upper arm that flexes the elbow?

Back

Biceps Femoris

Front

What is the term for the movement that decreases the angle between body parts?

Back

Flexion

Front

What is the term for the movement that moves a limb away from the midline of the body?

Back

Abduction

Front

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

Back

Gastrocnemius

Front

What is the term for the rotation of a limb away from the midline of the body?

Back

Lateral Rotation

Front

What is the term for the rotation of a limb towards the midline of the body?

Back

Medial Rotation