10.1-muscles- functions of muscles

Question 1

What are the function of the muscle tissue?

Answer 1

– Cells are specialized for contraction
– Skeletal muscles move the body by pulling on bones
– Cardiac and smooth muscles control movements inside
the body

Question 2

State some common properties of muscle tissue

Answer 2

▪ Excitability (responsiveness)
▪ Contractility (ability of cells to shorten)
▪ Extensibility (stretching)
▪ Elasticity (recoil)

Question 3

What are the function of the skeletal muscle

Answer 3

– Producing movement
– Maintaining posture and body position
– Supporting soft tissues
– Guarding body entrances and exits
– Maintaining body temperature
– Storing nutrients