Cat Anatomy and Muscle Functions

The video tutorial provides a comprehensive guide to cat dissection, focusing on external anatomy and muscle groups. It covers the head, trunk, and tail regions, followed by an in-depth look at the muscles of the abdomen, chest, neck, back, shoulders, and legs. The tutorial explains the function and location of each muscle, aiding in the understanding of feline anatomy.

What is the purpose of the nictitating membrane in cats?

• To enhance smell

• To assist in balance

• To aid in hearing

• To protect the eye

Which part of the cat's body is divided into the thorax and abdomen?

• Head

• Tail

• Trunk

• Legs

What is the function of the superficial fascia in the cat's body?

• To aid in digestion

• To connect and hold muscles together

• To store fat

• To protect internal organs

Which muscle is responsible for pulling the front limbs towards the center of the cat's body?

• Pectoantebrachialis

• Pectoralis major

• Xiphihumeralis

• Sternomastoid

What is the role of the sternomastoid muscle in cats?

• To rotate the head

• To flex the shoulder

• To extend the leg

• To aid in breathing

Which muscle is known for its role in flexing the cat's shoulder?

• Latissimus dorsi

• Deltoid

• Trapezius

• Biceps brachii

What is the primary function of the triceps brachii in cats?

• To bend the front leg

• To rotate the trunk

• To straighten the front leg

• To flex the shoulder

Which muscle is responsible for abducting the thigh in cats?

• Sartorius

• Gracilis

• Caudofemoralis

• Tensor fasciae latae

What is the function of the tibialis anterior muscle in cats?

• To flex the foot

• To abduct the thigh

• To extend the foot

• To rotate the trunk

Which muscle is comparable to the human calf muscle in cats?

• Biceps femoris

• Gastrocnemius

• Sartorius

• Gracilis