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Yes, the flexor mechanism in the hand is purported to be 60% stronger than that of the extensor mechanism in the hand. The reason is evolutionary. We have developed a grasping mechanism important for every day activities such as feeding and foraging. Therefore it made evolutionary sense to make these muscles stronger than the extensors. It is also quite clear by the posture of the hand at rest which is in a slightly flexed position at the MCPJs, PIPJs and DIPJs.
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Examples of flexors and extensors?
example of flexors: Biceps when you flexexample of extensors: Triceps when you relax your arm
What action will occur if both the flexors and extensors contracted simultaneously?
If both the flexors and extensors contracted simultaneously there would be no movement in the muscle whatsoever.
What body system are the flexors in?
Flexors are part of the muscular system. Their opposites are extensors.
Are triceps flexors?
no. theyre extensors
What are the basic crutch muscles?
shoulder depressors, extensors, adductors and abductors. elbow extensors, wrist extensors and finger flexors.
What is the forearm mucle?
There are several, collectively called the flexors and extensors.
Explain the function of flexors and in extensors?
these muscle groups either extend a joint, extensors) or contract the joint (flexors). triceps extend the elbow joint, biceps bend the elbow joint.
Are muscles that bend a joint called extensors?
Muscles that bend a joint are flexors; musces that straighten a joint are extensors.
What is the forearm muscle?
There are around 20, collectively called the flexors and extensors.
How many muscles are in the human thighs?
Three - extensors, flexors, and adductors.
What is forearm muscle?
There are around 20, collectively called the flexors and extensors.
Why are skeletal muscles often found in opposing pairs?
Skeletal muscles are found in pairs called flexors and extensors. The flexors bend a joint, and the extensors straighten the joint. Muscles cannot push; they only pull.
