Figure 8.5

Using the above-referenced posterior views of the extended right knee (joint capsule removed in right side cadaveric image), identify the specified labeled items in each of the following questions.
-Identify the structure(s) indicated by Label C.
A) Soleus muscle
B) Plantaris muscle
C) Popliteus muscle
D) Semitendinosus muscle
E) Gastrocnemius muscle

Question

Figure 8.5
  
Using the above-referenced posterior views of the extended right knee (joint capsule removed in right side cadaveric image), identify the specified labeled items in each of the following questions.
-Identify the structure(s) indicated by Label C.
A) Soleus muscle 
B) Plantaris muscle 
C) Popliteus muscle 
D) Semitendinosus muscle 
E) Gastrocnemius muscle

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Label C indicates the Gastrocnemius muscle, which is a prominent muscle of the posterior calf, easily visible beneath the skin.

Figure 8.5 Using the Above-Referenced Posterior Views of the Extended Right Knee