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10 years ago
Explain how isometric and isotonic contractions differ, using examples of each.
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1.  Isometric contractions are contractions in which the muscles do not shorten. An example of an isometric contraction is pushing against a wall with bent elbows. The muscles cannot shorten since the wall doesn't move.

2.  Isotonic contractions occur when muscles shorten and movement occurs due to the sliding of the myofilaments. Flexion and extension of the arm are just two examples of isotonic contractions.
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