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The muscular system coordinates the contraction of the whole muscle through a process called excitation-contraction coupling. When a signal from the nervous system reaches a muscle fiber, it triggers the release of calcium ions, which bind to proteins in the muscle cells and initiate the contraction process. This coordinated effort allows the entire muscle to contract in a synchronized manner, enabling movement and strength.

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