Exam 2 Review

Front

What muscle is primarily responsible for extending the knee when kicking a soccer ball?

Back

Quadriceps femoris

Front

What do the external intercostals do during inhalation?

Back

Elevate the ribs

Front

Which nerve innervates muscles involved in wrist extension?

Back

Radial nerve

Front

What structure protects the spinal cord and consists of three layers: dura mater, arachnoid mater, and pia mater?

Back

Meninges

Front

Which division of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for 'rest and digest' functions?

Back

Parasympathetic division

Front

What is the primary function of the quadriceps femoris muscle?

Back

To extend the knee.

Front

What role do the external intercostals play in the respiratory process?

Back

They elevate the ribs during inhalation.

Front

What is the main action of the radial nerve?

Back

Innervates muscles for wrist extension.

Front

What are the three layers of the meninges?

Back

Dura mater, arachnoid mater, pia mater.

Front

What is the primary function of the parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system?

Back

To promote 'rest and digest' activities.