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Give meanings for the following combining forms:
-my/o: __________


Definitions:

Action Potentials

Rapid changes in the electrical charge of a neuron's membrane, facilitating the transmission of nerve impulses.

Neurons

Specialized cells within the nervous system that transmit information to other neurons, muscles, or gland cells.

Muscle Tissue

A tissue composed of cells or fibers, the function of which is to contract to facilitate movement of the body or its parts.

Contractility

The ability of muscle fibers to shorten and generate force.

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