myography

n. a technique that utilizes apparatus to record aspects of muscle activity. Some devices record the small electric potential that accompanies contraction of the muscle fibers. A myograph is an instrument that records the extent, force, or duration of isotonic contractions or the tension and duration of isometric contractions. A myogram is a graphic record of the velocity and intensity of muscle contractions. —myographic adj.

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April 30th 2024

group behavior

actions performed by a group as a whole or by individuals when part of a group. In the latter case, it applies particularly to those actions that are influenced (either directly or indirectly) by the group and are atypical of actions performed by the same individuals when alone.