Force increases as velocity of shortening increases BECAUSE The S2 region of the myosin is more stretched
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Force is the exertion of power by a system against an opposing force. Velocity of shortening refers to the speed at which a muscle or its components (like actin and myosin) shorten during contraction. The S2 region of myosin is a part of the myosin heavy chain, Show more…
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