relaxation of smooth muscle

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Namerelaxation of smooth muscle
IDGO_0044557
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Biological process

Exact synonym

smooth muscle relaxation

Description

A process in which the extent of smooth muscle contraction is reduced. Smooth muscle differs from striated muscle in the much higher actin/myosin ratio, the absence of conspicuous sarcomeres and the ability to contract to a much smaller fraction of its resting length.

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