Asked by Kayla Morea on May 12, 2024
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A synergist is
A) a muscle working in opposition to another muscle.
B) the end of the muscle where the action occurs.
C) the muscle that does most of the movement.
D) the stationary end of the muscle.
E) a group of muscles that work together to cause movement.
Synergist
Muscle that works with other muscles to cause a movement.
Cause Movement
To initiate or provoke a change in position or action within a system or organism.
- Understand the roles of synergists, antagonists, and prime movers in muscle movement.
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Dramatic QueenMay 17, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
A synergist in the context of muscle function is a muscle that assists the primary mover in performing its action. It may help by adding extra force to the movement or by reducing undesirable or unnecessary movement. This definition aligns with the concept of a group of muscles working together to cause movement.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the roles of synergists, antagonists, and prime movers in muscle movement.