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How does an isometric contraction take place?

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In Isometric contraction the length of the muscle does not change but the tension of the muscle changes. Here, the force produced is changed. eg: Pushing against a wall, holding a heavy bag.
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PREMIERS PUBLISHERS-LOCOMOTION AND MOVEMENT-OTHER IMPORTANT QUESTIONS & ANSWERS (II. Answer the following).
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  2. Define locomotion.

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  3. What are the different types of movements that occur in the cells of h...

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  4. Write the names of the types of muscles ?

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  5. Why skeletal muscles are called voluntary muscles ?

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  6. Differentiate epimysium, perimysium, and endomysium.

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  7. How myoglobin serve as a reservoir of oxygen ?

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  8. Differentiate anisotropic bands and isotropic bands.

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  9. Define neuromuscular junction.

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  10. Write the schematic presentation of muscle contraction?

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  11. Write the two primary types of muscle contractions?

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  12. Differentiable isotonic and isometric contraction with example.

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  13. What are the different types of skeletal muscles ? In which basis the ...

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  14. Write an account on three types of skeletal muscles.

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  15. What are the two divisions of skeletal system?

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  16. Write the functions of skeletal system.

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  17. Give an account on the structures of skull.

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  18. Write about the bones forming the vertebral column.

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  19. What is sternum ? What is its importance ?

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  20. Write the features of the pectoral girdle.

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  21. Write a note on the bones of the upper limb.

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