What is another word for Abducens Muscle?
Pronunciation: [ɐbdjˈuːsənz mˈʌsə͡l] (IPA) 
The abducens muscle is also known as the sixth cranial nerve or lateral rectus muscle. This muscle is responsible for controlling eye movements by abducting the eye or moving it laterally. Synonyms for the abducens muscle include the lateral rectus muscle, the abducent nerve, and the sixth nerve. The lateral rectus muscle is located on the side of the eye that faces away from the nose and is responsible for moving the eye outwards. The abducent nerve is the nerve that controls the lateral rectus muscle and allows the eye to move side to side. The sixth nerve is responsible for the movement of the lateral rectus muscle and is an important component in the visual system.
