About This Quiz
Your body works hard every day. But do you know the muscles that make your body move? Take this quiz to find out how well you know the muscles that allow you to work, play and survive.The word cranial refers to things related to the skull. The word cranium may also be used.
The triceps muscles are located on the back of the upper arms. Most mammals have triceps muscles.
The hamstring is one of three muscles on the back of the thigh. Squats are great for your hamstrings.
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Your biceps help you flex your arms. Large biceps are a relatively common sign of strength.
The abdominals are actually a group of muscles. They are sometimes called "abs."
The gluteus maximus is not the only muscle in your rear. It is, however, the largest of the gluteal muscles.
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Your quadriceps are located on the front of your thighs. Some people just call them "quads."
Your deltoids are located in your shoulders and the tops of your arms. The name comes from the Greek letter delta, which is triangular, like the muscle.
The erector spinae extends vertically along the spine. The group is made up of three columns of muscles.
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This group of muscles surrounds the ear. Damage to the facial nerves may result in damage to these muscles.
The diaphragm functions involuntarily. That means you don't have to think about using it - although you can when you want to.
The rotator cuff is made up of four muscles. These muscles help stabilize the shoulder.
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Although there are a lot of muscles involved in doing the twist, obliques are the answer were looking for. Your obliques are on the sides of your midsection.
This muscle is located on both sides of the mouth. We think people need to use it more.
This muscle is easy to remember. The verb "masticate" means "to chew."
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The cardiac muscle is the heart muscle. The movement of this muscle is involuntary - thank goodness.
The mentalis is located under the lower lip. This muscle can also help you pout.
This muscle is easy to remember. Think long palms. Believe it or not, about 14% of people lack this muscle.
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The sartorius muscle runs the length of the thigh. It's the longest muscle in humans.
The orbicularis oris surrounds the mouth. It is one muscle with four quadrants.
The tibialis anterior helps flex the ankle. It's easy to remember, because it is located near the tibia.
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This muscle is easy to remember. The word "oculi" refers to the eye.
The vastus medialis is located inside the knee. It also helps stabilize the kneecap.
Your pectorals are responsible for pushing and pulling. They are located in your chest.
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The trapezius muscles are located between your shoulder blades. They are sometimes called traps, but not trapezoids.
This muscle is located between the eyes and causes those vertical wrinkles between your eyebrows. It can also help you flare your nostrils.
Need help remembering this muscle? Note the word "minimi" can be compared to "little" or "baby."
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Smooth muscles are also called visceral muscles. The diaphragm is a smooth muscle.
The buccinator muscles help you blow and suck. They are located in your cheeks.
The skeletal muscles are used mostly for voluntary movements. Most of the muscles in the body are skeletal muscles.
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This muscle is located at the side of the base of your tongue. Damage the lingual nerve and you may find it doesn't work.
The popliteus muscle is a deep muscle of the leg. It is located on the back of the leg, just under the knee.
The occipitofrontalis is a three-part muscle. The front section helps you express yourself.
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We humans have about 650 muscles. Muscles are classified by type, function and shape