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A muscle that assists with mastication?
Your tongue assists with mastication. Mastication mainly is done by the Temporal Mandibular muscles though.
What is the strongest muscle of mastication?
Masseter
The muscle of mastication control the?
The muscles of mastication control the jaw, specifically its adduction.
Does the masseter muscle functions in mastication?
Yes
What is the common name for masseter?
muscle of mastication.
Which muscle of mastication would be responsible for mandibular?
temporalis
The principal muscle of mastication that closes the mouth is?
The principal muscle of mastication that closes the mouth is the masseter muscle. This powerful muscle is located at the back of the jaw and plays a key role in elevating the mandible to facilitate chewing. It works in conjunction with other muscles, such as the temporalis and pterygoid muscles, to enable effective movement of the jaw during mastication.
What are the differences between tonic and phasic muscle contractions in terms of their duration and intensity?
Tonic muscle contractions are sustained and steady, while phasic muscle contractions are brief and intense. Tonic contractions last longer and have a lower intensity, while phasic contractions are shorter in duration but have a higher intensity.
Which solution contains a higher concentration of solvent that the solution it is being compared with?
The solution with the higher concentration of solvent compared to another solution would be the one with a lower concentration of solute. The solvent concentration is higher in the solution where the solute concentration is lower.
What muscle is lateral to the ramus of the mandible?
The masseter muscle is lateral to the ramus of the mandible.
What are the differences between phasic and tonic muscle contractions?
Phasic muscle contractions are quick and powerful, used for activities like jumping or throwing. Tonic muscle contractions are sustained and steady, used for activities like maintaining posture or holding a position.
How does tonic contraction help maintain posture?
Tonic contraction holds the muscles in position. In other words, muscle tone maintains posture.
