Characteristics of muscles Flashcards

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Excitability

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The ability to contract in response to chemical and/or electrical signals.

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Contractability

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The ability of a muscle to contract or shorten.

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Extendibility

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The capacity of a muscle to extend beyond its normal resting point

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Elasticity

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The ability of the muscle to return to its original resting length after it has been stretched

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