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CIRCULAR MUSCLES Flashcards

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What is the shape of circular muscles?

A

Fibers concentrically arranged around an opening or recess (form sphincters)

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What happens when circular muscles contract?

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Contraction of muscle reduces diameter of opening

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What are the two places ciruclar muscles are found?

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  1. Orbicularis oculi (eye)
  2. Orbicularis oris (mouth)
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ANAT 200 - INTRO TO MUSCLE (11 decks)

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