HEAD NECK
ROOT OF NECK
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Question
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True or False?The Splenius Capitis originates from the mastoid process and inserts on the transverse processes of the cervical vertebrae.
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The levator scapulae muscle originates from the transverse processes of the 1st–4th cervical vertebrae and inserts into the superior angle of the scapula.
Detailed explanation-2: -The splenius capitis arises from the spinous processes of vertebrae C7-T3 and the lower half of the nuchal ligament. It then passes superolaterally to insert on the mastoid process and the lateral third of the superior nuchal line of the occipital bone.
Detailed explanation-3: -Splenius capitis is a thick, flat muscle at the posterior aspect of the neck arising from the midline and extending superolaterally to the cervical vertebrae and, along with the splenius cervicis, comprise the superficial layer of intrinsic back muscles.
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