Characteristics Of Muscles Flashcards
What are the three types of muscles?
• Cardiac
• Skeletal
• Smooth
Is the cardiac muscle voluntary or involuntary?
Involuntary
Is the skeletal muscle voluntary or involuntary?
Voluntary
Is the smooth muscle voluntary or involuntary?
Involuntary
What is the location of cardiac muscle?
They’re only found in the walls of the heart.
What is the location of skeletal muscle?
They’re connected to the skeletal system (bones). For example, biceps.
What is the location of smooth muscle?
In the walls of the digestive system and blood vessels.
What is the function of cardiac muscle?
Pump blood around the body.
What is the function of skeletal muscle?
Movement that’s also supported by the skeletal system.
What is the function of smooth muscle?
Regulate digestion and blood pressure.
What is the appearance of cardiac muscle?
Striated
What is the appearance of skeletal muscle?
Striped
What is the appearance of smooth muscle?
Smooth
