Muscle Identification Upper Advanced

Front

What is the function of the biceps brachii?

Back

The biceps brachii is responsible for flexing the elbow and supinating the forearm.

Front

What muscle is primarily responsible for shoulder abduction?

Back

The supraspinatus muscle initiates shoulder abduction.

Front

What is the role of the triceps brachii?

Back

The triceps brachii extends the elbow and assists in shoulder extension.

Front

What is the primary function of the platysma muscle?

Back

The platysma muscle helps in depressing the mandible and tensing the skin of the neck.

Front

What is the zygomaticus major responsible for?

Back

The zygomaticus major elevates the corners of the mouth, contributing to smiling.

Front

Identify the muscle that assists in flexing the forearm at the elbow.

Back

The brachialis muscle is the primary flexor of the elbow.

Front

What is the function of the masseter muscle?

Back

The masseter muscle is responsible for elevating the mandible during chewing.

Front

What muscle is involved in the rotation of the scapula?

Back

The serratus anterior muscle is involved in scapular rotation.

Front

What is the primary action of the rhomboid muscles?

Back

The rhomboid muscles retract the scapula, pulling it towards the spine.

Front

What is the role of the levator scapulae muscle?

Back

The levator scapulae elevates the scapula and assists in neck extension.