Muscle Tissue Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three types of muscle tissue?
A
Skeletal, cardiac, and smooth
2
Q
What is the function of skeletal muscle?
A
Voluntary movement, heat generation, and organ protection.
3
Q
Where is cardiac muscle found?
A
In the heart.
4
Q
What are intercalated discs?
A
Specialized cell junctions in cardiac muscle that enable synchronized contraction.
5
Q
What is the function of smooth muscle?
A
Involuntary movement, such as moving food and regulating blood flow.
6
Q
How do skeletal muscles contribute to thermal homeostasis?
A
By generating heat during contraction (e.g., shivering). ❄️
