cardiac muscle Flashcards
1
Q
where is cardiac muscle found in the body?
A
in the heart (myocardium) and adjacent portions of major blood vessels (e.g. aorta, vena cava)
2
Q
is cardiac muscle voluntary or involuntary?
A
involuntary
3
Q
describe the appearance of cardiac muscle
A
short cells with a centrally located nucleus and a striated appearance. junctions between cells are visible
4
Q
intercalated discs
A
specialised type of junction connecting cardiac muscle cells, helps the cells connect ionically for synchronised contraction
