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Sonbull [250]
3 years ago
6

The sternocleidomastoid muscle extends from the mastoid process of the temporal bone to the sternum and medial clavicle. When bo

th sternocleidomastoid muscles contract, the head is flexed. The end of the muscle that connects to the sternum is the __________.
A. origin.
B. belly.
C. body.
D. insertion.
E. fixator.
Biology
1 answer:
grandymaker [24]3 years ago
4 0

Answer:

A Origin

Explanation:

Sternocleidomastoid is the muscle found in the cervical and it’s the largest. It is responsible for the rotation and flexibility of the neck and is a very powerful and tissue-rich muscle.

The sternocleidomastoid muscle extends from the mastoid process of the temporal bone to the sternum and medial clavicle. When both sternocleidomastoid muscles contract, the head is flexed. The end of the muscle called ORIGIN connects to the sternum.

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