Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 1292216239
ISBN 13: 978-1-29221-623-2

Chapter 6 - The Muscular System - Review Questions - Page 249: 20

Answer

The prime mover provides the main movement for the muscle, whereas the synergist refines the movement by the prime mover and stabilizes the limb. Prime movers can also be considered an antagonist because they can control the movement as well as return a limb to its initial position. Some muscles can do both.

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