Cat Muscles Lab Practical

Front

What is the muscle pinned #5?

Back

Vastus medialis

Front

What is the muscle pinned #16?

Back

Xiphihumeralis

Front

What is the muscle pinned #13?

Back

Clavodeltoid

Front

What is the muscle pinned #9?

Back

Rectus abdominis

Front

What is the muscle pinned #1?

Back

Masseter

Front

What is the function of the Vastus medialis?

Back

It is responsible for extending the knee and stabilizing the patella.

Front

What is the function of the Xiphihumeralis?

Back

It assists in the adduction of the forelimb.

Front

What is the function of the Clavodeltoid?

Back

It helps in flexing and rotating the humerus.

Front

What is the function of the Rectus abdominis?

Back

It flexes the vertebral column and compresses the abdominal contents.

Front

What is the function of the Masseter?

Back

It is a primary muscle used for chewing, elevating the mandible.