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Details Title Muscle Actions Description N/A Total Cards 10 Subject Anatomy Created 05/27/2009

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Term splenius	Definition rotates head, bends head to one side, or extends the neck; synergist
Term diaphragm	Definition prime mover of inspiration
Term pectoralis major	Definition prime mover of arm flexion
Term rectus abdominus	Definition flexes vertebral column
Term serratus anterior	Definition pulls scapula anteriorly and downward; prime mover of scapula; boxer's muscle
Term intercostals	Definition assist in inspiration and expiration
Term trapezius	Definition rotates scapula; elevates shoulders
Term pectineus	Definition adducts and flexes thigh at hip
Term adductor longus	Definition adducts, flexes and rotates thigh laterally
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