The Muscles of the Head,neck,and Trunk are Referred to as the ________

Question

The muscles of the head,neck,and trunk are referred to as the ________ muscles.
A) smooth
B) appendicular
C) axial
D) skeletal

Accepted Answer

The muscles of the head, neck, and trunk are collectively known as axial muscles. This is because they are located along the central axis of the body and are primarily responsible for core stability, posture, and movement of the spine and ribcage. Smooth muscles are located in various internal organs, appendicular muscles are those that move the limbs, and skeletal muscles are the voluntary muscles in the body.