Extendability, exitability, elasticity and Contractibility - Functional anatomy 4

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Contractibility

Ablilty of a muscle to shorten or lengthen to create movement

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Elasticity

The ability of a muscle to return to its relaxed state

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Extendability

Ability of a muscle to improve their functioning through exercise & activity

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Excitability

The stimulation of muscles by nervous impacts that start the contraction process to create movement. (eg hot surface)