As you walk, your gastrocnemius muscle (calf muscle) contracts, shortening and causing plantar flexion from the ankle. This muscle contraction is describing as being ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
isotonic
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A. gonads B. thyroid gland C. anterior thymus D. adrenal cortex E. adrenal medulla
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Both the sympathetic and the parasympathetic nerves are strongly influenced by emotion.?
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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