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Explain the difference between axial and appendicular muscles.

Name: Problem 32, Chapter 11: Anatomy & Physiology
Uploaded: 2020-06-24T21:02:32-08:00
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Description: Explain the difference between axial and appendicular muscles.

   Explain the difference between axial and appendicular muscles.

Anatomy & Physiology

J. Gordon Betts,… 1st Edition

Chapter 11, Problem 32

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06/24/2020

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Axial muscles are those that originate from bones of the head, neck, and trunk, while appendicular muscles originate from bones of the arms and legs. Show more…

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Axial Musculature

Refers to the muscles associated with the axial skeleton, which includes the head, neck, and trunk. These muscles are primarily responsible for maintaining posture, supporting the head and trunk, and facilitating movements such as bending and twisting of the spine. They play a crucial role in protecting vital organs and stabilizing the body during various activities.

Appendicular Musculature

Pertains to the muscles attached to the appendicular skeleton, which comprises the limbs and the girdles that connect them to the axial skeleton. These muscles are primarily involved in locomotion and manipulation of the environment, enabling a wide range of movements such as walking, grasping, and fine motor activities.

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