Muscles of Facial Expression and Mastication Flashcard

Front

What is the primary function of the masseter muscle?

Back

The masseter muscle is primarily responsible for chewing.

Front

Which muscle is responsible for moving the scalp?

Back

The occipitalis muscle is involved in the movement of the scalp.

Front

What is the role of the splenius capitis muscle?

Back

The splenius capitis muscle is located at the back of the neck and helps in head movement.

Front

Which muscle is responsible for raising the eyebrows?

Back

The frontalis muscle raises the eyebrows.

Front

What is the function of the sternocleidomastoid muscle?

Back

The sternocleidomastoid muscle pulls the head to one side and toward the chest.

Front

What are the muscles of facial expression?

Back

The muscles of facial expression include the frontalis, orbicularis oculi, orbicularis oris, zygomaticus, and buccinator.

Front

How does the orbicularis oculi muscle function?

Back

The orbicularis oculi muscle closes the eyelids and helps in blinking.

Front

What is the function of the zygomaticus major muscle?

Back

The zygomaticus major muscle is responsible for smiling.

Front

Which muscle is involved in puckering the lips?

Back

The orbicularis oris muscle is responsible for puckering the lips.

Front

What is the role of the buccinator muscle?

Back

The buccinator muscle compresses the cheeks and helps in chewing.