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Anatomy Set 2
Term | Definition |
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extrinsic | from the outside |
intrinsic | from within |
auto rhythmicity | self rhythm |
peristalsis | involuntary constriction and relaxation of the muscles of the intestine or another canal, creating wave-like movements that push the contents of the canal forward. |
isometric contraction, | muscle contraction without motion |
Concentric contractions | muscle tension rises to meet the resistance then remains stable as the muscle shortens |
isotonic contraction | muscular contraction in which the length of the muscle changes |
Contractility | the ability to contract or shorten, |
Extensibility | ability to extend or stretch |
afferent division | incoming sensory |
efferent division | outgoing motor |