Muscles of the Neck Flashcards

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Platysma

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a broad muscle extending from the chest and shoulder muscles to the side of the chin. It is responsible for lowering the lower jaw and lip.

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Sternocleidomastoid

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the muscle extending along side of the neck from the ear to the collarbone. It acts to rotate the head from side to side and up and down.

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