Anatomy of Facial Muscles Quiz for Lab Exam Preparation

The frontalis muscle is located on the front of the forehead, while the temporalis muscle is located on the side of the head near the temples, the masseter muscle is in the jaw area, and the sternocleidomastoid muscle is in the neck area.

The orbicularis oculi muscle is responsible for closing the eyelids, while the trapezius, sartorius, and soleus are muscles responsible for other functions in the body.

The orbicularis oris is a muscle in the mouth area that is responsible for puckering and closing the lips. It is not to be confused with the other muscles listed, which have different functions and locations in the body.

The Risorius muscle is a facial muscle responsible for the expression of emotion, specifically smiling.

The Zygomaticus major is a facial muscle that connects to the corners of the mouth and is responsible for lifting them when a person smiles.

The correct answer is Zygomaticus minor, a facial muscle used to elevate the upper lip and angle of the mouth, particularly when smiling. Rectus abdominis is a muscle in the abdomen, Trapezius is a muscle in the upper back and neck, and Soleus is a muscle in the calf.

The buccinator is a muscle located in the cheek region responsible for compressing the cheek against the teeth. It aids in activities such as blowing and sucking.

The platysma is a muscle in the neck region responsible for various movements including facial expressions and speaking. It is not to be confused with the biceps brachii in the upper arm, the rectus abdominis in the abdominal region, or the soleus in the calf muscle.

The correct answer is Levator palpebrae, which is the muscle responsible for lifting the upper eyelid.

The correct answer is Superior rectus, which is one of the extraocular muscles responsible for eye movements.

The medial rectus muscle is responsible for adducting the eye, while the lateral rectus muscle abducts the eye. The superior oblique muscle is responsible for intorsion, while the inferior rectus muscle depresses the eye.

The lateral rectus muscle is responsible for outward eye movement, as opposed to the other muscles mentioned.

The superior oblique muscle is responsible for the movement of the eye and is located in the orbit of the eye. The other muscles mentioned are not associated with the eye or its movement.

The inferior oblique is a muscle located in the eye responsible for upward and outward movement of the eye. It is not to be confused with muscles in other parts of the body like the rectus abdominis in the abdomen, the biceps brachii in the arm, or the gluteus maximus in the buttocks.

The Masseter muscle is a powerful muscle that is responsible for chewing and elevating the mandible (lower jaw). The Biceps, Quadriceps, and Triceps are muscles involved in arm and leg movements, not chewing.

The Temporalis muscle is a muscle of mastication that is located on the side of the head near the temple. It functions to elevate and retract the mandible during chewing.

The sternocleidomastoid muscle is a prominent muscle in the neck responsible for rotating and flexing the head.

The Capitis group refers to the muscles of the head and neck, while the incorrect answers are muscles associated with the buttocks, chest, and thighs respectively.

The sternohyoid muscle is a strap-like muscle located in the neck that helps to depress the hyoid bone and larynx.

The Occipitalis is a muscle located at the back of the head, responsible for tilting and turning the head.

The transversus abdominis is a muscle located in the abdominal region that helps stabilize the core during movements. The rectus abdominis is also known as the 'six-pack' muscle, the internal oblique muscle is located on the sides of the torso, and the serratus anterior muscle is located on the side of the chest.

The correct answer is Rectus abdominis, which is a paired muscle running vertically on either side of the anterior wall of the human abdomen, commonly known as the 'abs'. The incorrect answers are not located in the abdomen or do not match the description provided in the question.

The Linea Alba is a fibrous band that runs vertically down the midline of the abdomen, connecting the left and right rectus abdominis muscles. Rectus Abdominis, External Oblique, and Transversus Abdominis are all separate muscles in the abdominal region.

The diaphragm is a dome-shaped muscle responsible for breathing by contracting and relaxing to control inhalation and exhalation.

The external intercostals are muscles located between the ribs that aid in the process of respiration by elevating the ribcage during inhalation.

The image shows the internal intercostal muscles located between the ribs. The external obliques, pectoralis major, and trapezius are different muscles in the body.