Muscles of the Arm

Front

What is the primary function of the biceps brachii?

Back

The biceps brachii primarily flexes the elbow and supinates the forearm.

Front

What muscle is located at the front of the upper arm?

Back

Biceps brachii.

Front

What is the primary function of the triceps brachii?

Back

The triceps brachii primarily extends the elbow.

Front

What muscle is responsible for shoulder abduction?

Back

Deltoid.

Front

What is the location of the brachialis muscle?

Back

The brachialis is located underneath the biceps brachii.

Front

What muscle assists in flexing the elbow?

Back

Brachialis.

Front

What is the role of the anterior deltoid?

Back

The anterior deltoid is responsible for shoulder flexion.

Front

What muscle is indicated by the red arrow in diagrams of the arm?

Back

Biceps brachii.

Front

What is the action of the supinator muscle?

Back

The supinator muscle supinates the forearm.

Front

What muscle is located at the back of the upper arm?

Back

Triceps brachii.