The Structure and Function of the Muscular System

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What is an isotonic concentric contraction?
the muscle contracts and shortens
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What muscle is located at the shoulder?
rotator cuffs
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An isometric contraction occurs in which sporting example?
Ski sit
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At what joint is the antagonistic pair, tibialis anterior & gastrocnemius, found?
ankle
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What is the definition of a prime mover?
The muscle or group of muscles that contract to create movement.
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When doing the upwards motion of a bicep curl, what is the name given to the triceps when they relax?
antagonist
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What muscle is located at the shoulder?

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rotator cuffs

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An isometric contraction occurs in which sporting example?

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At what joint is the antagonistic pair, tibialis anterior & gastrocnemius, found?

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What is the definition of a prime mover?

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