Asked by Gisell Palomares on Jun 02, 2024
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Identify the longissimus dorsi in the following figure. 
A) A
B) B
C) C
D) D
E) E
Longissimus Dorsi
A muscle in the back that is part of the erector spinae group, helping to extend, flex, and rotate the spine and neck.
- Indicate specific muscles and their functional roles in the structural biology of animals.
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Zybrea KnightJun 05, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The longissimus dorsi muscle is located on the back and runs parallel to the spine. In the given figure, the muscle labeled as B best fits this description. The other muscles (A, C, D, and E) are located in other parts of the body and do not match the location of the longissimus dorsi.
Learning Objectives
- Indicate specific muscles and their functional roles in the structural biology of animals.