Question

The largest muscle of the human body is

• A. Stapedium
• B. Quadriceps
• C. Gluteus maximus
• D. Masseter

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Gluteus maximus

The correct option is C.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Gluteus maximus is present in the buttocks.
2. These are the largest gluteal muscles.
3. These muscles help in the hip and thigh movement.
4. It originates from the ilium bone of the pelvis.
5. While climbing up the stairs, these muscles work against gravity.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option A:

Stapedius is the smallest muscle present in our body. It is present in the tympanum of the ear.

Option B:

Quadriceps is a collection of four different individual muscles and it altogether forms the hip flexor and knee extensor.

Option D:

The masseter muscle is present along the jawline starting from the temporal bone to the lower jaws.

Final answer: The largest muscle of the human body is the gluteus maximus.