A contraction that generates enough force to move a load is known as ________, whereas one that generates force that equals the load is known as ________.

A) isotonic, eccentric
B) isotonic, isometric
C) isometric, isotonic
D) isometric, eccentric
E) isotropic, isometric


B) isotonic, isometric

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A. epiphysis; diaphysis B. compact bone; spongy bone C. diaphysis; epiphysis D. endosteum; periosteum E. periosteum; endosteum

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A. coal mining B. aviation C. deep sea diving D. lumber harvesting

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