Campbell Biology: Concepts and Connections (Custom Package)
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Chapter 30, Problem 3TYK
Arm muscles and leg muscles are arranged in antagonistic pairs. How does this affect their functioning?
a. It provides a backup if one of the muscles is injured.
b. One muscle of the pair pushes while the other pulls.
c. A single motor neuron can control both of them.
d. It allows the muscles to produce opposing movements.
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