Muscles with Fibers That Run Parallel to the Long Axis

Question

Muscles with fibers that run parallel to the long axis of the body are called
A)parallel.
B)convergent.
C)circular.
D)pennate.
E)sphincters.

Accepted Answer

Muscles with fibers that run parallel to the long axis of the body are called parallel muscles. These muscles are typically long and thin and can produce a lot of movement due to their extensive fiber alignment. Examples of parallel muscles include the biceps brachii and rectus abdominis.