Lab 13 Flashcards
Muscles
1
Q
What are the features of skeletal muscle?
A
Striated and have long cylindrical cells
2
Q
Where is skeletal muscle located?
A
Arms (Biceps and Triceps), Legs (Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Gastrocnemius), Trunk (Rectus abdominis, trapezius, external oblique)
3
Q
What are the features of cardiac muscle?
A
Short, striated cells with dark lines which are intercalated discs that connect adjacent cells.
4
Q
Where is the cardiac muscle located?
A
Heart Walls (Myocardium)
5
Q
What are the features of smooth muscle?
A
Non-striated cells with spindle-shaped cells (tapered ends and a wider middle).
6
Q
Where is the smooth muscle located?
A
The digestive tract (Stomach and intestines), Blood vessels (veins and arteries), Respiratory system (bronchi), and urinary system (bladder)
