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Vocabulary Flashcards
Chapter 13 - Understanding the Muscular System
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Ligament
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Ligament…
A strong band of connecting tissue that holds bone to bone.
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Concentric Contraction
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A muscle contraction in which one end of the muscle remains stationary while the other end pulls and turns the bone
about the joint. Also known as a shortening contraction or positive
contraction.
Concentric Contraction:
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Atrophy
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When a muscle becomes smaller because of non-use.
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Tendon
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Tendon…
Tissue that attaches muscle to bone.
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Static Contraction
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When the muscle remains in partial or complete contraction without
changing its length.
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Cartilage
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Firm, elastic connective tissue.
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Fast-twitch Muscle Fiber
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A muscle fiber which has a low capacity to use oxygen and the ability
to contract rapidly. These muscles are used for short and intense bursts
of action.
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Eccentric Contraction
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A muscle contraction which involves a gradual release of the contraction;
often called a lengthening or negative contraction.
Eccentric Contraction…
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Slow-twitch Muscle Fiber
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A type of muscle fiber having a high capacity to use oxygen, but slow
contractile ability. These fibers are used in endurance activities.
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Testosterone
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A hormone which is partially responsible for muscle development.
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Hypertrophy
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The increase in muscle fiber size as a result of strength training.
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Muscular Endurance
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The ability of a muscle group to continue muscle movement over a
length of time.
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