Anatomy & Physiology: The Unity of Form and Function, 7th Edition

Published by McGraw-Hill Education
ISBN 10: 0073403717
ISBN 13: 978-0-07340-371-7

Chapter 10 - Section 10.2 - Study Guide - Assess Your Learning Outcomes - Page 371: 3

Answer

Nasalis muscle Location ; within the nose Action Widens nostrils ( flares nose); narrows internal air passage, between vestibule and nasal cavity.

Work Step by Step

Origin: maxilla --area lateral to the nose Insertion: Bridge and alar cartilages of the nose Innervation: Facial nerve (CN VII)
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