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define biomechanics
the study of mechanical laws relating to movement or structure of living organisms
define locomotion
active travel from place to place
Define the coefficient of friction (grip)
the amount of friction between two surfaces
define digitigrade
walking on toes, heels not touching the ground
define plantigrade
walking on soles of feet
define unguligrade
walking on hooves
role of nervous system
commands muscular system
role of muscular system
exerts force - movement
role of skeletal system
firm structure that muscular force works against
what anatomical feature would enable greater propulsion (moving forward)
more angular limbs
when is center of mass (COM) at its heights point during a walking gait
at mid stance
when is center of mass (COM) at its lowest point during a running (e.g. trotting) gait
at mid stance
which anatomical structure stores energy and when is it released
the tendons, released when it relaxes