Myogenic
adjective
Relating to or originating in muscle tissue, particularly in relation to contraction.
The heart's myogenic activity is essential for its proper function.

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Formal
myogenic response, myogenic stimuli, myogenic contraction
adjective
Describing a type of muscle contraction that originates from the muscle itself, rather than from nerve stimulation.
In myogenic contractions, the muscles generate the nerve impulses required for movement.

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Neutral
myogenic contraction mechanisms, myogenic signals, myogenic impulses
adjective
Relating to or originating in muscle tissue, particularly in relation to contraction.
The heart's myogenic activity is essential for its proper function.

Usage tips
Formal
myogenic response, myogenic stimuli, myogenic contraction
adjective
Describing a type of muscle contraction that originates from the muscle itself, rather than from nerve stimulation.
In myogenic contractions, the muscles generate the nerve impulses required for movement.

Usage tips
Neutral
myogenic contraction mechanisms, myogenic signals, myogenic impulses
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Biological terminology
Understanding basic biological terms is crucial for studying physiology.
The myogenic response is fundamental in understanding how muscles react.
Biological terminology
Understanding basic biological terms is crucial for studying physiology.
The myogenic response is fundamental in understanding how muscles react.
Biological terminology
Understanding basic biological terms is crucial for studying physiology.
The myogenic response is fundamental in understanding how muscles react.
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