Experiments
Here are experiments our science specialists have selected to support this IB* topic.
Introduction to Electromyography
Experiment #3 from Human Physiology Experiments
- Obtain graphical representation of the electrical activity of a muscle.
- Correlate grip strength measurements with electrical activity data.
- Correlate measurements of grip strength and electrical activity with muscle fatigue.
- Observe the effect on grip strength of a conscious effort to overcome fatigue.
Advanced Analysis of EMG
Experiment #14 from Human Physiology Experiments: Volume 2
- Obtain graphical representation of the electrical activity of a muscle.
- Correlate grip strength duration with the integral of the EMG.
- Correlate grip strength amplitude with the integral of the EMG.
- Educational Standard
- International Baccalaureate (IB) 2025
- Subject
- Biology
- Theme
- B Form and function
- Level of organization
- 3 Organisms
- Topic
- B3.3 Muscle and motility
- Section
- Standard level and higher level
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