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Triceps Brachii extends the forearm at the elbow joint.

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What does the muscle triceps brachii do?

extends your forearm


Which muscle is the triceps paired with?

It is paired with the biceps brachii. The triceps extends the forearm and the biceps flexes it. ("making a muscle")


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What is the muscle that is located on the upper back half of the arm that extends the forearm?

The triceps brachii muscle is located on the upper back half of the arm and is responsible for extending the forearm. It has three heads (hence the name "triceps") that converge to form the tendon that attaches to the elbow joint.


What muscles flex and extend the forearm?

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What is the action of the biceps brachii?

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Which muscle extends your forearm?

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