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The _______ muscle elevates, retracts, and depresses the scapula
trapezius
The _______ muscle extends, adducts, and medially rotates the arm
latissimus dorsi
The _______ muscle retracts the scapula
rhomboid major
The _______ muscle elevates the scapula and rotates the glenoid cavity downward
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The _______ muscle assists with respiration by elevating the upper ribs
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The _______ muscle extends, adducts, and medially rotates the arm
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The _______ muscle elevates, retracts, and depresses the scapula
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The _______ muscle retracts the scapula
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The _______ muscle assists with respiration by elevating the upper ribs
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The _______ muscle depresses the lower ribs
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Study Notes
Scapula Movement
- The Trapezius muscle elevates, retracts, and depresses the scapula
- The Levator scapulae muscle elevates the scapula and rotates the glenoid cavity downward
- The Rhomboids muscle retracts the scapula
Arm Movement
- The Latissimus dorsi muscle extends, adducts, and medially rotates the arm
Respiration
- The Serratus anterior muscle assists with respiration by elevating the upper ribs
- The External intercostal muscle assists with respiration by elevating the rib cage
- The Internal intercostal muscle depresses the lower ribs
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Description
Test your knowledge of the superficial back muscles with this study guide quiz. Learn about the actions, innervation, and blood supply of muscles like the trapezius and latissimus dorsi. Perfect for anatomy students and those interested in musculoskeletal health.
