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meriva
3 years ago
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When the knee is bent, the hamstring group of muscles contract. What is the insertion of this muscle group?

Biology
1 answer:
DIA [1.3K]3 years ago
5 0

Answer:

The Knee Flexor Muscles

Explanation: The Hamstrings All three hamstring muscles originate from the ischial tuberosity and run toward the knee. The biceps femoris muscle is inserted into the head of the fibula. It can rotate the lower leg so that the foot points laterally.

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