Asked by Andrea Swanson on Jun 02, 2024
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Which muscle closes the jaw?
A) Temporalis
B) Sternocleidomastoid
C) Trapezius
D) Biceps brachii
E) Latissimus dorsi
Temporalis
A muscle located on the side of the skull, involved in chewing and moving the jaw.
Sternocleidomastoid
A major muscle in the neck that extends from the sternum and clavicle to the mastoid process of the temporal bone of the skull, involved in rotating and flexing the neck.
Latissimus Dorsi
A large, flat muscle on the back that stretches to the sides, behind the arm, and is involved in the movement of the shoulders and arms.
- Elucidate on the primary muscles that are integral to the movement of different body sections.
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Saron EmbayeJun 06, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The Temporalis muscle is one of the muscles involved in mastication (chewing) and is primarily responsible for closing the jaw.
Learning Objectives
- Elucidate on the primary muscles that are integral to the movement of different body sections.