Practical ll Material (Fetal Pig Review) Flashcards
1
Q
What is the function of brachiocephalicus in pigs?
A
Extending the shoulder joint, protracts the limb, provides lateral movement of the head and allows the neck to be depressed.
2
Q
What is the function of digastric?
A
Is primarily a jaw depressor
3
Q
What is the function of masseter in pigs?
A
Supports the arterial structures that move blood through the muscles to the jaw. It also causes the elevation of the mandible allowing for a more powerful biting movement.
4
Q
What is the function of serratus ventralis in pigs?
A
Suspends the thorax of an animal from between its forelimbs.
5
Q
What is the function of external oblique of pigs?
A
Helps rotate the trunk
