An example of an antagonist muscle is the
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Biseps and triceps in the upper arm are the example of antagonistic muscles
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An example of an antagonist muscle is the Flexor (Bicep) and Extensor (Tricep).
Explanation:
- Muscles always function in pairs and generate opposite actions.
- Muscles work in pair for bone movement.
- In antagonistic muscle pairs, one muscle contracts and another relaxes.
- In this pairs, one muscle will be stronger than the next one.
- The muscle that contracts is called as agonist and the other one which relaxes is called antagonist.
- Flexor and Extensor, Adductor and Abductor, Pronator and Supinator, Levator and Depressor, Sphincters are some examples of important antagonist muscle pairs.
- During contraction, the flexor results in bending of joints, while extensor results in extension.
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