Human Anatomy
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Author: Marieb, Elaine Nicpon, Brady, Patricia, Mallatt, Jon
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The changes in the muscle fibers of the arms and chest after starting weight lifting for several months.
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Skeletal muscle cells are present in association with the bones of the skeleton system throughout the human body. Skeletal muscles have different features according to the site of presence. The muscles may further develop and change in case the physical activities performed by the person change with time.
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