Antagonistic pairs 1.1.9 Flashcards

1
Q

Muscles can only pull T or F

A

True

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2
Q

What is a muscle called when contracting

A

agonist

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3
Q

What is a muscle called when relaxing

A

antagonist

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4
Q

why do antagonist pairs exist

A

create opposing movements at joints to allow physical activities because muscles can only pull

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