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Anatomy Set 2
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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 |