Asked by
Logan Rivers
on Oct 12, 2024Verified
Which two muscles form the pelvic floor?
A) coccygeus and pubococcygeus
B) coccygeus and external anal sphincter
C) coccygeus and external urethral sphincter
D) coccygeus and levator ani
Pelvic Floor
The muscles and connective tissues that support the organs of the pelvis, including the bladder, intestines, and, in females, the uterus and vagina.
Pubococcygeus
A muscle of the pelvic floor that supports pelvic organs and is involved in controlling the flow of urine and contractions during orgasm.
External Anal Sphincter
This is a muscle that surrounds the anal canal, allowing control over the expulsion of feces from the body.
- Discover the origin and insertion areas of particular muscular structures.
- Recognize the composition of the pelvic floor muscles.
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Learning Objectives
- Discover the origin and insertion areas of particular muscular structures.
- Recognize the composition of the pelvic floor muscles.