Parallel
fascicles arranged in same direction as long axis of a muscle
Fusiform
parallel arrangement with large belly in the middle and narrowing ends
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Parallel
fascicles arranged in same direction as long axis of a muscle
Fusiform
parallel arrangement with large belly in the middle and narrowing ends
Circular
fibers wrap in a circle
Convergent
fascicles unite kn singular, narrow insertion point
Pennate
fascicles blend into tendon in center of muscle
Unipennate
fascicles on both sides of tendon
Bipennate
fascicles on both sides of tendon
Multipennate
muscle branches within muscle to resemble many feathers arranged together