Fascicle Arrangment
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Circular
Fascicles are arranged in concentric rings, surrounded by body openings
Closed when contracted, opened when relaxed
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Convergent
Broad origin, fascicles converge to a single tendon
Allows movement and strength
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Parallel Fascicles
Arranged a long the long axis of the muscle
Maximum shortening but not very strong
Strap-like or fusiform (sharp oval)
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Pennate
Short fibers running at an angle converge into a feather-like tendon
Strongest but, smallest movement
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