Muscles of the Lower Limb: Knee Joint

Question 1

Muscles of the Lower Limb: Knee Joint
- Hamstring Group (biceps femoris,
semimembranosus, and semitendinosus)
- Sartorius
- Quadriceps Group (rectus femoris and 3 vastus muscles)

Question 2

What are the 3 muscles in hamstring group?

Answer 2

biceps femoris, semimembranosus, and semitendinosus

Question 3

the biceps femoris, semimembranosus, and semitendinosus are the prime movers of thigh extension and knee flexion

Question 4

the muscle mass of the posterior thigh

Answer 4

hamstring group

Question 5

the most superficial muscle of the thigh

“tailor’s” muscle because it acts as a synergist to
help tailors sit with both legs crossed in front of
them.

Answer 5

sartorius

Question 6

consists of 4 muscles

Answer 6

quadriceps group

Question 7

—that flesh out the anterior thigh; acts to extend the knee powerfully; can also help to flex the hip

Answer 7

rectus femoris and 3 vastus muscles