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Questions and Answers
What is a common factor that muscle names are based on?
What is a common factor that muscle names are based on?
Which muscle is NOT associated with the head and neck?
Which muscle is NOT associated with the head and neck?
What role do muscles play in maintaining posture?
What role do muscles play in maintaining posture?
Which muscle is primarily responsible for flexing the elbow?
Which muscle is primarily responsible for flexing the elbow?
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Which group of muscles is involved in breathing?
Which group of muscles is involved in breathing?
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Flashcards
Muscle Naming
Muscle Naming
Muscle names reflect their location, shape, size, action, or attachment points.
Sternocleidomastoid
Sternocleidomastoid
A muscle that moves the head and is located in the neck.
Quadriceps Femoris
Quadriceps Femoris
A major muscle group in the thigh responsible for leg extension.
Erector Spinae
Erector Spinae
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Rotator Cuff Muscles
Rotator Cuff Muscles
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Study Notes
Introduction to Musculature
- Understanding muscle names and functions is vital for a comprehensive view of the human body.
- Muscle names often reflect location, shape, size, action, origin, and insertion points.
- This knowledge is crucial for physical education, sports, and daily activities.
Key Muscle Groups in the Human Body
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Muscles of the head and neck:
- Facial expression muscles (e.g., orbicularis oculi, zygomaticus).
- Chewing muscles (e.g., masseter, temporalis).
- Head movement muscles (e.g., sternocleidomastoid).
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Muscles of the shoulder and upper arm:
- Shoulder movement muscles (deltoids, rotator cuff muscles).
- Elbow movement muscles (biceps brachii, triceps brachii).
- Shoulder girdle support muscles.
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Muscles of the torso:
- Breathing muscles (intercostals).
- Core strength and posture muscles (rectus abdominis, obliques).
- Posture and movement back muscles (erector spinae).
- Spinal flexion and posture muscles.
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Muscles of the lower limb:
- Leg movement muscles (quadriceps femoris, hamstrings).
- Hip muscles (gluteus maximus, medius, minimus).
- Calf muscles for standing/walking (gastrocnemius, soleus).
- Ankle and foot movement muscles.
Muscle Action and Functionality
- Muscles work in pairs or groups to create movement.
- Specific muscle contractions facilitate movement.
- Muscles are essential for stability and postural control.
Important Note to 6th Graders
- Learning muscle names creates a visual aid for understanding body part interactions.
- Muscle names provide precise functional descriptions surpassing other, more specialized terms.
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Description
Explore the essential muscle groups of the human body, including their names and functions. This quiz delves into the muscles of the head, neck, shoulders, upper arms, and torso, providing insight for physical education, sports, and everyday activities. Understanding these key muscle groups enhances knowledge of human anatomy and movement.
