Asked by
Karen Nassour
on Dec 12, 2024Verified
Which statement is true of the triceps brachii but false of the biceps brachii?
A) It extends the forearm.
B) It has two muscle bellies.
C) It flexes the elbow.
D) It is located in the anterior brachial region.
Triceps Brachii
A muscle of the upper arm, responsible for extension of the elbow joint.
Forearm
The region of the arm between the elbow and the wrist, comprising two bones: the radius and the ulna.
Muscle Bellies
The central, fleshy, contractile parts of muscle tissue that swell during contraction and are responsible for generating force.
- Distinguish muscles based on their functions such as flexion, extension, and rotation.
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Learning Objectives
- Distinguish muscles based on their functions such as flexion, extension, and rotation.