What clue in the name "biceps femoris" leads you to the leg? Answer:
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Step 1: The term "femoris" in the name "biceps femoris" refers to the femur bone, which is a bone in the leg. Show more…
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The short head of the biceps femoris originates on the flex, while the long head of the biceps femoris originates on the ischial tuberosity. The biceps femoris has an insertion point on the linea aspera of femur. These muscles will extend the knee.
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