force-velocity curve

physiology

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representation of muscle contraction

  • striated muscle; human biceps muscle
    In muscle: Mechanical properties

    …force is characterized by the force-velocity relationship. The form of this relationship is qualitatively similar to that in striated muscle; however, the smooth muscle force-velocity relationship differs from that of striated muscle in having a slower maximum shortening velocity and a greater force per cross-sectional area of muscle. As mentioned…

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