Superficial Chest Muscles

Xiphihumeralis

No homologue
Origin Pectoralis Minor (1)

Ribs 3,4,5
Insertion Perctoralis Minor (1)

Coracoid process or scapula
Function Pectoralis Minor (2)
- Downward and forward rotation of scapula
- Forced inhalation
Origin Pectoralis Major (3)
- Clavicle
- Costal cartilage of first 6 ribs
- Sternum
Insertion Pectoralis Major (2)
- Intertubercular groove of humerus
- Greater tubercle or humerus
Function of Pectoralis Major (1)

Flexion, adduction, medial rotation and horizontal flexion of humerus
Pectoantebrachialis

No homologue

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Superficial Chest Muscles

Description

Superficial Chest Muscles

Updated

2012-10-26T03:01:32Z