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Describe each step of a muscle contraction.
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Pelvis
The lower part of the torso in human and vertebrates, comprising hip bones surrounding and protecting organs in the abdominopelvic cavity.
Foramen Magnum
The large opening at the base of the skull through which the spinal cord passes to connect with the brain.
Bipedalism
The ability to walk on two legs, a characteristic feature of humans and our ancestors that allows for a range of motion and energy efficiency.
Hominids
A family of primates that includes humans, their ancestors, and other extinct related species, characterized by bipedalism, large brains, and complex behavior.
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