Muscle Labeling Flashcardizz

Front

What is the Rotator Cuff?

Back

A group of muscles and their tendons that act to stabilize the shoulder.

Front

What is the function of the Rectus Abdominis?

Back

It flexes the vertebral column and helps in breathing.

Front

What is the Pectoralis Minor?

Back

A thin, flat muscle located beneath the Pectoralis Major, involved in the movement of the shoulder.

Front

What is the Soleus muscle?

Back

A powerful muscle in the back part of the lower leg that helps in walking and standing.

Front

What is the function of the Serratus Anterior?

Back

It helps in the upward rotation of the scapula and is important for shoulder movement.

Front

What is the Biceps muscle?

Back

A muscle located in the upper arm that flexes the elbow and rotates the forearm.

Front

What is the Quadriceps muscle group?

Back

A group of four muscles located at the front of the thigh, responsible for extending the knee.

Front

What is the Gastrocnemius muscle?

Back

A major calf muscle that flexes the knee and plantar flexes the foot.

Front

What is the Latissimus Dorsi?

Back

A large muscle in the back that helps in the movement of the shoulder and arm.

Front

What is the Deltoid muscle?

Back

A muscle forming the rounded contour of the shoulder, responsible for arm abduction.