HBS 1.2.2 - Muscle Rules and Classifications (12/08)

Front

Muscle Rule 5: Muscles work in opposing...

Back

pairs

Front

Muscle Rule 4: Muscles that decrease ventral angles are known as...

Back

flexors

Front

Muscle Rule 3: The attachment that remains stationary is known as the ...

Back

origin

Front

What is the insertion for the pectoralis major muscle?

Back

Bicipital groove

Front

Muscle Rule 3: The attachment that moves is known as the ...

Back

insertion

Front

What is the primary function of flexor muscles?

Back

To decrease the angle between body parts.

Front

What is the primary function of extensor muscles?

Back

To increase the angle between body parts.

Front

Define the term 'origin' in muscle anatomy.

Back

The fixed attachment point of a muscle.

Front

Define the term 'insertion' in muscle anatomy.

Back

The movable attachment point of a muscle.

Front

What is the role of antagonistic muscles?

Back

To work in opposition to each other to facilitate movement.