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Muscles Work in Pairs

When one muscle pulls, its partner relaxes.

Lesson 3

Concept

Muscles move bones by pulling. Pairs like biceps and triceps work together: one contracts while the other relaxes.

Concept Check

Muscles can…

Short Answer

Explain how biceps and triceps move your arm.