Muscle Identification (Anatomy Review-2021)

Front

What is the Latissimus Dorsi?

Back

The Latissimus Dorsi is a large, flat muscle located on the back that helps in the movement of the shoulders and arms.

Front

What is the function of the Rectus Abdominis?

Back

The Rectus Abdominis is a muscle in the front of the abdomen that helps flex the spine and stabilize the pelvis.

Front

What are the Hamstrings?

Back

The Hamstrings are a group of three muscles located at the back of the thigh that are responsible for bending the knee and extending the hip.

Front

What is the Gastrocnemius?

Back

The Gastrocnemius is a major calf muscle that helps in plantar flexing the foot and flexing the knee.

Front

What is the role of the Deltoids?

Back

The Deltoids are shoulder muscles that are responsible for arm rotation and lifting the arm away from the body.

Front

Identify the muscle primarily responsible for shoulder adduction.

Back

Latissimus Dorsi.

Front

What muscle is commonly referred to as 'Lats'?

Back

Latissimus Dorsi.

Front

What is the primary function of the Pectoralis muscle?

Back

The Pectoralis muscle is responsible for the movement of the shoulder joint, including flexion, adduction, and rotation.

Front

What are the Quads?

Back

The Quads, or Quadriceps, are a group of four muscles located at the front of the thigh that are responsible for extending the knee.

Front

What is the primary action of the Biceps?

Back

The Biceps muscle primarily flexes the elbow and rotates the forearm.