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 G.
A) Popliteus muscle
B) Gastrocnemius muscle
C) Soleus muscle
D) Plantaris muscle
E) Semimembranosus 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 G.
A) Popliteus muscle 
B) Gastrocnemius muscle 
C) Soleus muscle 
D) Plantaris muscle 
E) Semimembranosus muscle

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Label G is located near the popliteus muscle, which is a small muscle located at the back of the knee joint. It is responsible for unlocking the knee joint during the beginning of knee flexion. The other muscle options are not in the same area as Label G.

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