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1/10 Questions

Which types by activity muscle fiber type contract at different speeds?
- Skeletal muscle
- Smooth muscle
- Cardiac Muscle
- Neither

About This Quiz

You will have to recognize the muscle from the picture you will see, and we dare you guess everything right. Hopefully you paid attention during your biology classes!

2.

Which muscle is this?
- Gluteus minimus
- Gluteus maximus
- Gluteus medius
- Neither
Correct Answer

A. Gluteus maximus

Explanation

The correct answer is Gluteus maximus. The gluteus maximus is the largest muscle in the buttocks and is responsible for hip extension, thigh abduction, and thigh external rotation. It is an important muscle for activities such as walking, running, and climbing stairs. The other options, gluteus minimus and gluteus medius, are also muscles in the buttocks but they have different functions.

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3.

And this one?
- Gluteus medius
- Gluteus maximus
- Gluteus minimus
- Neither
Correct Answer

A. Gluteus minimus

Explanation

The gluteus minimus is a small muscle located in the buttocks region. It is responsible for abduction and medial rotation of the hip joint. The other options, gluteus medius and gluteus maximus, are also muscles in the buttocks, but they have different functions. The gluteus medius is involved in abduction and stabilization of the hip, while the gluteus maximus is the largest muscle in the buttocks and is responsible for hip extension and external rotation. Therefore, the correct answer is gluteus minimus.

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4.

What's the name of the muscle from the picture?
- Trapezius
- Tibia
- Gluteus
- Deltoid
Correct Answer

A. Deltoid

Explanation

The correct answer is Deltoid. The deltoid muscle is located in the shoulder and is responsible for the abduction, flexion, and extension of the arm. It is a triangular-shaped muscle that gives the shoulder its rounded appearance.

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5.

Do you know the name of this one?
- Biceps femoris
- Gluteus maximus
- Fibula
- Hamstring
Correct Answer

A. Biceps femoris

Explanation

The correct answer is Biceps femoris. Biceps femoris is a muscle located in the back of the thigh. It is one of the three muscles that make up the hamstring group. The gluteus maximus is a muscle in the buttocks, the fibula is a bone in the lower leg, and hamstring is a term used to refer to the group of muscles at the back of the thigh.

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6.

How about this one?
- Triceps
- Sartorius
- Deltoid
- Trapezoid
Correct Answer

A. Sartorius

Explanation

The given options are names of muscles in the human body. Among the options, the only muscle that is not located in the upper body is the Sartorius muscle. The Triceps, Deltoid, and Trapezoid muscles are all located in the upper body, while the Sartorius muscle is located in the lower body. Therefore, the correct answer is Sartorius.

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7.

And this big one?
- Pectoralis major
- Gracilis
- Trapezius
- Pectineus
Correct Answer

A. Trapezius

Explanation

The correct answer is Trapezius. The question is asking for a muscle that is "big." Among the options provided, the Trapezius muscle is the largest and most prominent. It is a large muscle located in the upper back and neck area, responsible for shoulder movement and stability. The Pectoralis major is also a large muscle, but it is primarily located in the chest area. Gracilis and Pectineus are smaller muscles located in the thigh and groin area. Therefore, the Trapezius is the most appropriate answer based on the given information.

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8.

What's the name of the muscle from the picture?
- Pectoralis minor
- Serratus anterior
- Brachialis
- Pectoralis major
Correct Answer

A. Pectoralis major

Explanation

The correct answer is Pectoralis major. This muscle is located in the chest area and is responsible for movements of the shoulder joint, such as flexion, adduction, and medial rotation. It is a large, fan-shaped muscle that covers the upper part of the chest and is commonly referred to as the "pecs." The pectoralis major is an important muscle for upper body strength and is commonly targeted in exercises like push-ups and bench presses.

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9.

And the red one, what's that?
- Brachialis
- Fibularis longus
- Sartorius
- Deltoid
Correct Answer

A. Brachialis

Explanation

The red one refers to a specific body part being mentioned. Out of the given options, the correct answer is Brachialis.

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10.

And for the end...?
- Biceps femoris
- Soleus
- Rhomboids
- Gracilis
Correct Answer

A. Soleus

Explanation

The given options are all muscle names. The question asks for the muscle that comes last or is at the end. Among the options, the soleus muscle is the only one that is located in the lower leg, specifically in the calf. Therefore, it can be inferred that the soleus muscle is the muscle that comes at the end.

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