Antagonistic pairs Flashcards

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What is an antagonistic pair?

A

When one muscle contracts, the other one relaxes

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What is the agonist?

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The muscle contracting.

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What is the antagonist

A

the muscle relaxing

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What is one of the main antagonistic pairs?

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Bicep and triceps.

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