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Cardiac Muscle (CVS) Physio

The document outlines the properties and functions of cardiac muscle, including its electrical and mechanical characteristics. Key features include excitability, autorhythmicity, conductivity, and the all-or-none law, along with the Frank-Starling mechanism that relates muscle fiber length to contraction strength. Additionally, it discusses the autonomic influence on heart rate and contractility, emphasizing the importance of these properties in maintaining cardiovascular health.

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Cardiac Muscle (CVS) Physio

The document outlines the properties and functions of cardiac muscle, including its electrical and mechanical characteristics. Key features include excitability, autorhythmicity, conductivity, and the all-or-none law, along with the Frank-Starling mechanism that relates muscle fiber length to contraction strength. Additionally, it discusses the autonomic influence on heart rate and contractility, emphasizing the importance of these properties in maintaining cardiovascular health.

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