Muscular System Test Review

Front

What is the most powerful group of muscles in the human body?

Back

Quadriceps femoris.

Front

What is the prime mover for forearm extension?

Back

Triceps brachii.

Front

Which muscle is the synergist to the brachioradialis in flexion?

Back

Biceps brachii.

Front

What muscle allows you to raise your eyebrows and wrinkle your forehead?

Back

Epicranius.

Front

What is the large triangular muscle of the lower back?

Back

Latissimus dorsi.

Front

What is the primary function of the quadriceps femoris?

Back

To extend the knee.

Front

What muscle is responsible for flexing the elbow?

Back

Biceps brachii.

Front

Which muscle group is located at the back of the thigh?

Back

Hamstrings.

Front

What is the role of the diaphragm in respiration?

Back

It contracts to allow inhalation and relaxes for exhalation.

Front

What muscle is involved in the adduction of the arm?

Back

Latissimus dorsi.