Upper Limb Muscles

Upper Limb Muscles

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Science

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the deltoid muscle?

Back

The deltoid muscle is a large, triangular muscle that covers the shoulder joint and is responsible for arm abduction, flexion, and extension.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the function of the teres minor muscle?

Back

The teres minor muscle is a small muscle located in the shoulder that helps in the external rotation of the arm.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are extensors in the context of upper limb muscles?

Back

Extensors are muscles that increase the angle between body parts, primarily responsible for extending the arm and fingers.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of the biceps brachii muscle?

Back

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

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the function of the triceps brachii muscle?

Back

The triceps brachii muscle is responsible for extending the elbow joint.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are flexors in the context of upper limb muscles?

Back

Flexors are muscles that decrease the angle between body parts, primarily responsible for bending the arm and fingers.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the supraspinatus muscle?

Back

The supraspinatus muscle is one of the rotator cuff muscles that helps in arm abduction and stabilizes the shoulder joint.

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