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What is the difference between fast-twitch and slow-twitch muscle fibers.

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Fast-twitch fibers can generate more force, but are quicker to fatigue when compared to slow-twitch fibers. The phasic muscles responsible for generating movement in the body contain a higher density of fast-twitch fibers. ... Fast-twitch fibers are responsible for the size and definition of a particular muscle

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