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actomyosin

actomyosin

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A complex of two proteins, actin and myosin, in muscle fibers that makes muscles contract
  • noun
  • /ˌæktəˈmaɪəsɪn/
  • Specialized
: actomiosina
  • The actomyosin complex is essential for muscle contraction.

Examples

  • Researchers studied the properties of actomyosin to better understand muscle diseases.

  • The interaction of actomyosin filaments is essential for muscle contraction.

  • During strenuous exercise, the breakdown of actomyosin leads to muscle fatigue.

  • During exercise, actomyosin interactions increase significantly.

  • The interactions between actomyosin and other proteins are crucial for muscle contraction.

  • In muscle cells, actomyosin facilitates the movement necessary for various physical activities.

  • When actomyosin is activated, it helps muscles contract and produce movement.

Surface Forms

actomyosin singular
actomyosins plural

Morphology

actomyosin = actin + myosin (transparent) = actin + myosin

A straightforward technical compound naming the complex of actin and myosin, so the composition directly indicates the referent.

Etymology

Actomyosin comes from the two protein names actin and myosin, and a helpful way to remember it is to think of act- like in 'to move' and myo- meaning 'muscle'. So, actomyosin is the protein complex that makes muscles contract and produce movement.