Anatomy - Test 2 - Muscle Nerve Supply
The muscles in our bones have nerves that aid them to accomplish their tasks. Do you know which nerves are attached to which muscles? The quiz below is designed to help you test out the answer you just gave to the question, give it a try and jog your memory.
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Sternocleidomastoid
- A.
CN XI
- B.
CN VII
- C.
Dorsal Scapula Nerve / Ventral Rami of C3-C4
- D.
Cervical Spinal Nerves
- E.
Axillary Nerve
- F.
Thoracodorsal Nerve
- G.
Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerve
- H.
Long Thoracic Nerve
- I.
Phrenic Nerve
- J.
Intercostal Nerves
Correct Answer
A. CN XIExplanation
The correct answer for this question is CN XI, which stands for the accessory nerve. The accessory nerve is responsible for innervating the sternocleidomastoid muscle, which is a large muscle in the neck that helps with head and neck movements. This nerve also innervates the trapezius muscle, which is involved in shoulder movements. Therefore, CN XI is the correct answer because it specifically relates to the innervation of the sternocleidomastoid muscle.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Trapezius Muscle
- A.
CN XI
- B.
CN VII
- C.
Dorsal Scapula Nerve / Ventral Rami of C3-C4
- D.
Cervical Spinal Nerves
- E.
Axillary Nerve
- F.
Thoracodorsal Nerve
- G.
Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerve
- H.
Long Thoracic Nerve
- I.
Phrenic Nerve
- J.
Intercostal Nerves
Correct Answer
A. CN XIExplanation
The correct answer is CN XI. CN XI, also known as the accessory nerve, innervates the trapezius muscle. This nerve is responsible for controlling the movement of the trapezius muscle, which is located in the upper back and neck region. The trapezius muscle plays a crucial role in the movement and stability of the shoulder girdle, as well as in the extension and rotation of the head and neck. Therefore, CN XI is the correct answer as it directly relates to the innervation of the trapezius muscle.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Buccinator Muscle
- A.
CN XI
- B.
CN VII
- C.
Dorsal Scapula Nerve / Ventral Rami of C3-C4
- D.
Cervical Spinal Nerves
- E.
Axillary Nerve
- F.
Thoracodorsal Nerve
- G.
Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerve
- H.
Long Thoracic Nerve
- I.
Phrenic Nerve
- J.
Intercostal Nerves
Correct Answer
B. CN VIIExplanation
The correct answer is CN VII, which stands for Cranial Nerve VII. The Buccinator Muscle is innervated by CN VII, also known as the Facial Nerve. This nerve controls the movement of the muscles of facial expression, including the buccinator muscle. It is responsible for actions such as blowing air, sucking, and keeping food in the mouth while chewing. CN VII also innervates other muscles involved in facial expression, such as the orbicularis oris and the zygomaticus muscles.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Frontalis Muscle
- A.
CN XI
- B.
CN VII
- C.
Dorsal Scapula Nerve / Ventral Rami of C3-C4
- D.
Cervical Spinal Nerves
- E.
Axillary Nerve
- F.
Thoracodorsal Nerve
- G.
Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerve
- H.
Long Thoracic Nerve
- I.
Phrenic Nerve
- J.
Intercostal Nerves
Correct Answer
B. CN VIIExplanation
The correct answer is CN VII, which stands for Cranial Nerve VII. This nerve, also known as the Facial Nerve, innervates the Frontalis Muscle. It is responsible for controlling the muscles of facial expression, including the Frontalis Muscle, which is located in the forehead and is responsible for raising the eyebrows and wrinkling the forehead.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Platysma Muscle
- A.
CN XI
- B.
CN VII
- C.
Dorsal Scapula Nerve / Ventral Rami of C3-C4
- D.
Cervical Spinal Nerves
- E.
Axillary Nerve
- F.
Thoracodorsal Nerve
- G.
Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerve
- H.
Long Thoracic Nerve
- I.
Phrenic Nerve
- J.
Intercostal Nerves
Correct Answer
B. CN VIIExplanation
The correct answer is CN VII, which stands for Cranial Nerve VII. This nerve, also known as the Facial Nerve, innervates the Platysma Muscle. The Platysma Muscle is a thin, broad muscle that covers the front of the neck and extends from the chest to the face. It is responsible for various facial expressions, such as pulling down the corners of the mouth and tightening the neck skin. CN VII controls the voluntary movements of this muscle, allowing for facial expressions and other functions related to the Platysma Muscle.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Noralis Muscle
- A.
CN XI
- B.
CN VII
- C.
Dorsal Scapula Nerve / Ventral Rami of C3-C4
- D.
Cervical Spinal Nerves
- E.
Axillary Nerve
- F.
Thoracodorsal Nerve
- G.
Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerve
- H.
Long Thoracic Nerve
- I.
Phrenic Nerve
- J.
Intercostal Nerves
Correct Answer
B. CN VIIExplanation
The correct answer is CN VII. CN VII, also known as the facial nerve, innervates the muscles of facial expression. The other options listed are nerves that innervate different muscles or regions of the body, but they are not responsible for innervating the Noralis muscle.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Levator Scapalae Muscle
- A.
CN XI
- B.
CN VII
- C.
Dorsal Scapula Nerve / Ventral Rami of C3-C4
- D.
Cervical Spinal Nerves
- E.
Axillary Nerve
- F.
Thoracodorsal Nerve
- G.
Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerve
- H.
Long Thoracic Nerve
- I.
Phrenic Nerve
- J.
Intercostal Nerves
Correct Answer
C. Dorsal Scapula Nerve / Ventral Rami of C3-C4Explanation
The levator scapulae muscle is innervated by the dorsal scapular nerve, which arises from the ventral rami of C3-C4. This nerve provides motor innervation to the muscle, allowing it to contract and perform its function of elevating the scapula. The other nerves listed in the options do not innervate the levator scapulae muscle. CN XI innervates the trapezius muscle, CN VII innervates the facial muscles, the axillary nerve innervates the deltoid and teres minor muscles, and the other nerves listed innervate different muscles and areas of the body. Therefore, the correct answer is the dorsal scapular nerve arising from the ventral rami of C3-C4.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Semispinalis Capitis Muscle
- A.
CN XI
- B.
CN VII
- C.
Dorsal Scapula Nerve / Ventral Rami of C3-C4
- D.
Cervical Spinal Nerves
- E.
Axillary Nerve
- F.
Thoracodorsal Nerve
- G.
Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerve
- H.
Long Thoracic Nerve
- I.
Phrenic Nerve
- J.
Intercostal Nerves
Correct Answer
D. Cervical Spinal NervesExplanation
The correct answer is "Cervical Spinal Nerves" because the semispinalis capitis muscle is innervated by the ventral rami of C3-C4, which are part of the cervical spinal nerves. These nerves originate from the spinal cord in the neck region and supply motor and sensory innervation to various muscles and structures in the neck and upper body.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Orbiculoris Oris Muscle
- A.
CN XI
- B.
CN VII
- C.
Dorsal Scapula Nerve / Ventral Rami of C3-C4
- D.
Cervical Spinal Nerves
- E.
Axillary Nerve
- F.
Thoracodorsal Nerve
- G.
Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerve
- H.
Long Thoracic Nerve
- I.
Phrenic Nerve
- J.
Intercostal Nerves
Correct Answer
B. CN VIIExplanation
The correct answer is CN VII. CN VII, also known as the facial nerve, innervates the orbicularis oris muscle. This muscle is responsible for closing and pursing the lips. The other nerves listed in the options do not directly innervate the orbicularis oris muscle.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Occipitalis Muscle
- A.
CN XI
- B.
CN VII
- C.
Dorsal Scapula Nerve / Ventral Rami of C3-C4
- D.
Cervical Spinal Nerves
- E.
Axillary Nerve
- F.
Thoracodorsal Nerve
- G.
Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerve
- H.
Long Thoracic Nerve
- I.
Phrenic Nerve
- J.
Intercostal Nerves
Correct Answer
B. CN VIIExplanation
The correct answer is CN VII. CN VII, also known as the facial nerve, is responsible for the innervation of the occipitalis muscle. It controls the movement and function of the facial muscles, including the occipitalis muscle, which is located at the back of the head. The other nerves listed in the options have different functions and do not innervate the occipitalis muscle.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Deltoid
- A.
CN XI
- B.
CN VII
- C.
Dorsal Scapula Nerve / Ventral Rami of C3-C4
- D.
Cervical Spinal Nerves
- E.
Axillary Nerve
- F.
Thoracodorsal Nerve
- G.
Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerve
- H.
Long Thoracic Nerve
- I.
Phrenic Nerve
- J.
Intercostal Nerves
Correct Answer
E. Axillary NerveExplanation
The axillary nerve is the correct answer because it innervates the deltoid muscle. The deltoid muscle is responsible for shoulder abduction and is innervated by the axillary nerve, which arises from the posterior cord of the brachial plexus. It is important for the axillary nerve to function properly in order to maintain shoulder stability and movement.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Latissimus Doris Muscle
- A.
CN XI
- B.
CN VII
- C.
Dorsal Scapula Nerve / Ventral Rami of C3-C4
- D.
Cervical Spinal Nerves
- E.
Axillary Nerve
- F.
Thoracodorsal Nerve
- G.
Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerve
- H.
Long Thoracic Nerve
- I.
Phrenic Nerve
- J.
Intercostal Nerves
Correct Answer
F. Thoracodorsal NerveExplanation
The thoracodorsal nerve is the correct answer because it is the nerve that innervates the latissimus dorsi muscle. The latissimus dorsi muscle is a large muscle located in the back that is responsible for various movements of the shoulder joint, such as extension, adduction, and medial rotation. The thoracodorsal nerve originates from the brachial plexus and supplies motor innervation to the latissimus dorsi muscle. Therefore, the thoracodorsal nerve is the nerve that controls the latissimus dorsi muscle.Rate this question:
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Pectoralis Major Muscle
- A.
CN XI
- B.
CN VII
- C.
Dorsal Scapula Nerve / Ventral Rami of C3-C4
- D.
Cervical Spinal Nerves
- E.
Axillary Nerve
- F.
Thoracodorsal Nerve
- G.
Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerve
- H.
Long Thoracic Nerve
- I.
Phrenic Nerve
- J.
Intercostal Nerves
Correct Answer
G. Medial and Lateral Pectoral NerveExplanation
The correct answer is "Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerve." The pectoralis major muscle is innervated by the medial and lateral pectoral nerves. These nerves originate from the brachial plexus and provide motor innervation to the pectoralis major muscle. The pectoralis major muscle is responsible for various movements of the shoulder joint, such as flexion, adduction, and medial rotation.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Pectoralis Minor Muscle
- A.
CN XI
- B.
CN VII
- C.
Dorsal Scapula Nerve / Ventral Rami of C3-C4
- D.
Cervical Spinal Nerves
- E.
Axillary Nerve
- F.
Thoracodorsal Nerve
- G.
Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerve
- H.
Long Thoracic Nerve
- I.
Phrenic Nerve
- J.
Intercostal Nerves
Correct Answer
G. Medial and Lateral Pectoral NerveExplanation
The correct answer is Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerve. The pectoralis minor muscle is innervated by the medial and lateral pectoral nerves. These nerves arise from the brachial plexus and provide motor innervation to the pectoralis minor muscle, which is responsible for stabilizing and depressing the scapula. The other options listed are not the correct innervation for the pectoralis minor muscle.Rate this question:
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Serratus Anterior Muscle
- A.
CN XI
- B.
CN VII
- C.
Dorsal Scapula Nerve / Ventral Rami of C3-C4
- D.
Cervical Spinal Nerves
- E.
Axillary Nerve
- F.
Thoracodorsal Nerve
- G.
Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerve
- H.
Long Thoracic Nerve
- I.
Phrenic Nerve
- J.
Intercostal Nerves
Correct Answer
H. Long Thoracic NerveExplanation
The long thoracic nerve is responsible for innervating the serratus anterior muscle. This muscle is located on the lateral surface of the ribs and plays a crucial role in stabilizing the scapula during arm movements. Damage to the long thoracic nerve can result in winging of the scapula, where the medial border of the scapula protrudes from the back. Therefore, the long thoracic nerve is the correct answer in this case as it specifically innervates the serratus anterior muscle.Rate this question:
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Diaphragm
- A.
CN XI
- B.
CN VII
- C.
Dorsal Scapula Nerve / Ventral Rami of C3-C4
- D.
Cervical Spinal Nerves
- E.
Axillary Nerve
- F.
Thoracodorsal Nerve
- G.
Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerve
- H.
Long Thoracic Nerve
- I.
Phrenic Nerve
- J.
Intercostal Nerves
Correct Answer
I. pHrenic NerveExplanation
The phrenic nerve is responsible for innervating the diaphragm, which is the main muscle involved in the process of breathing. It originates from the cervical spinal nerves (specifically C3-C5) and travels down through the thorax to reach the diaphragm. Once it reaches the diaphragm, it stimulates the muscle to contract, causing inhalation. Therefore, the phrenic nerve is the correct answer as it is directly related to the function of the diaphragm in breathing.Rate this question:
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External Intercostal Muscle and Membrane
- A.
CN XI
- B.
CN VII
- C.
Dorsal Scapula Nerve / Ventral Rami of C3-C4
- D.
Cervical Spinal Nerves
- E.
Axillary Nerve
- F.
Thoracodorsal Nerve
- G.
Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerve
- H.
Long Thoracic Nerve
- I.
Phrenic Nerve
- J.
Intercostal Nerves
Correct Answer
J. Intercostal NervesExplanation
The correct answer is "Intercostal Nerves." The intercostal nerves are responsible for innervating the intercostal muscles and the skin of the thoracic wall. These nerves arise from the ventral rami of the thoracic spinal nerves and run along the intercostal spaces between the ribs. They provide motor innervation to the external intercostal muscles, which are important for the process of inhalation. Additionally, the intercostal nerves also provide sensory innervation to the skin of the thoracic wall.Rate this question:
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Internal Intercostal Muscle
- A.
CN XI
- B.
CN VII
- C.
Dorsal Scapula Nerve / Ventral Rami of C3-C4
- D.
Cervical Spinal Nerves
- E.
Axillary Nerve
- F.
Thoracodorsal Nerve
- G.
Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerve
- H.
Long Thoracic Nerve
- I.
Phrenic Nerve
- J.
Intercostal Nerves
Correct Answer
J. Intercostal NervesExplanation
The correct answer is Intercostal Nerves. This is because the intercostal nerves are responsible for innervating the intercostal muscles, which are located between the ribs. These muscles play a role in the movement of the ribcage during breathing. The intercostal nerves originate from the spinal cord and travel along the intercostal spaces, providing sensory and motor innervation to the muscles and skin of the thorax.Rate this question:
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