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Title: Most subjects use their dominant forearm far more than their nondominant forearm. What does this ind
Post by: Elsa Marie on Apr 26, 2012
Question #17.  Most subjects use their dominant forearm far more than their nondominant forearm. What does this indicate about degree of activation of motor units, and these factors: muscle fiber diameter, maximum muscle fiber force, and time to muscle fatigue?

Skeletal Muscle Physiology: Frogs and Human


Title: Most subjects use their dominant forearm far more than their nondominant forearm. What does this ind
Post by: bio_man on Apr 26, 2012
Generally, since people use their dominant forearm more, the muscle fibers in that arm are activated for more prolonged periods. Thus, increase in muscle fiber diameter (muscular hypertrophy) usually results, allowing for increased force. Increased activity generally leads to increased respiratory and contractual efficiency, resulting in a greater time to muscle fatigue.


Title: Most subjects use their dominant forearm far more than their nondominant forearm. What does this ind
Post by: Elsa Marie on Apr 27, 2012
Thank you :)