fascia

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Because of the large number of muscle fibers and extensive fascia, (fascia is a type of connective tissue that surrounds and separates muscles) the drug has a large surface area for absorption.

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  1. noun Anatomy A sheet or band of fibrous connective tissue enveloping, separating, or binding together muscles, organs, and other soft structures of the body.
  2. noun A broad and distinct band of color.
  3. noun Architecture A flat horizontal band or member between moldings, especially in a classical entablature.
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  • The thyroid is connected to the body by visceral fascia, a connective tissue. —  CreationWiki - Recent changes [en]
  • The new E-class front end really comes into its own when accentuated by wider fenders and a unique fascia, the latter of which features larger air intakes to feed the big eight all the atmosphere it needs. —  Automotive News Blog at CARandDRIVER.com - Car News Resource
  • The liquid-crystal instrument display in the centre of the fascia is ultra-modern, though, even if the digital speedometer's location on the left is hardly ideal in a right-hand drive car. —  Motoring
  • Because of the large number of muscle fibers and extensive fascia, (fascia is a type of connective tissue that surrounds and separates muscles) the drug has a large surface area for absorption. —  MyLinkVault Newest Links
  • The plantar fascia is a very thick band of tissue that covers the bones on the bottom of the foot. —  Home
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  1. Latin, band.

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  1. Latin, a band, bandage, girth, fillet; connected with fascis, a bundle.
 

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