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I band

 
(′ī ′band)

(histology) The band on either side of a Z line; encompasses portions of two adjacent sarcomeres and is characterized by the presence of actin filaments.


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A pale band of actin on each side of the Z line of a striated muscle fiber.

The lighter colored cross-striation of muscle fibers; composed of filaments of actin.

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ITU Radio Band Numbers

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The I band is the range of radio frequencies from 8 GHz to 10 GHz in the electromagnetic spectrum. This is equal to wave lengths between 3.75 cm and 3 cm. The I band is in the SHF range of the radio spectrum.

The I band lies in the X band of the older classification system.

Uses

Marine navigation radars often operate with I band frequencies.


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