3a- Define optimal length of a muscle and (b) Explain what causes force of contraction to change with length.
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This length is determined by the overlap between the actin and myosin filaments within the muscle fibers. When the muscle is at its optimal length, the actin and myosin filaments have the greatest degree of overlap, allowing for the most efficient cross-bridge Show more…
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