The Muscle That Originates from the Superior Position of the Tendinous

question 4

Multiple Choice

The muscle that originates from the superior position of the tendinous ring and primarily turns the eyeball upward is the ___________________________.

• A) medial rectus
• B) superior rectus
• C) lateral rectus
• D) superior oblique
• E) inferior oblique

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Definitions:

Facilitated Transport

A process of passive movement of molecules or ions across a biological membrane via specific transmembrane integral proteins.

Glucose

A simple sugar and a key source of energy for cells, often referred to as blood sugar in the context of bodily functions.

Diffusion

The process by which molecules move from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration, leading to the equal distribution of molecules.

Sodium/Potassium Pump

A membrane protein that moves sodium ions out of cells and potassium ions into cells against their concentration gradients, essential for cellular function.