Asked by Tyson Landenberger on Apr 30, 2024
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Which of the following extraocular muscles pulls the eye laterally?
A) Inferior rectus muscle
B) Superior rectus muscle
C) Medial rectus muscle
D) Lateral rectus muscle
Extraocular Muscles
The six muscles that control the movement of the eye and are located outside the eyeball.
Lateral Rectus Muscle
A muscle in the eye responsible for moving the eyeball laterally, away from the midline of the body.
- Comprehend the structure of the eye, encompassing its compartments, strata, and muscular components.
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Zybrea KnightMay 06, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The lateral rectus muscle is responsible for pulling the eye laterally away from the midline. The other three muscles mentioned in the options have different functions. The inferior and superior rectus muscles are responsible for pulling the eye downwards and upwards respectively, while the medial rectus muscle pulls the eye towards the midline.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the structure of the eye, encompassing its compartments, strata, and muscular components.