BASIC BIOMECHANICS
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Author: Hall
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Chapter 6, Problem 3AP
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To hypothesize: The biomechanical characteristics of the muscles of kangaroos and cats.
Concept introduction: Muscle tissue is a well-vascularized soft tissue present in the muscles of animal body. It consists of specialized cells known as myocytes (contain contractile proteins) that are generally attached with bones, which enable the movement of the various parts of the body. Certain animals use jumping for locomotion or climbing or escaping from predators.
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