22. Muscles Work in Pairs
•Muscles work in pairs to
cause smooth, controlled
movements.
23. Muscles Work in Pairs
•Many of our basic
movements are the result
of pairs of muscles
bending and
straightening.
24. Muscles Work in Pairs
•Flexor - a muscle that
contracts to bend a part
of the body.
•Extensor – a muscle that
contracts to straighten a
part of the body.