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Gastrocnemius' is a muscle of...

Gastrocnemius' is a muscle of

A

Forelimbs

B

Thigh

C

Shank

D

Abdomen of frog

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C
It is the principal calf muscle in the leg of a tetrapoid. It arises by two heads connected to condyles of the femur. At its lower end it has a strong tendon which joins with that of the soleus muscle to form the tendon Achilies. Its main action is to provide the propelling force for walking and running.
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