The "Normal" Force Vector Is Primarily Responsible for Producing

question 11

Multiple Choice

The "normal" force vector is primarily responsible for producing:

• A) compression
• B) distraction
• C) rotation
• D) tangential motion

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Definitions:

Contractility

The ability of muscle fibers to shorten and generate force.

Glia

Non-neuronal cells in the central and peripheral nervous system that support, nourish, and protect neurons.

Support Cells

Cells that provide structural and functional support in various tissues and organs, often contributing to the maintenance and repair of neighboring cells.

Spinal Cord

The long, thin, tubular structure made up of nervous tissue that extends from the brainstem to the lower back, carrying nerve impulses between the brain and the rest of the body.