muscular tissues Flashcards
define muscular tissue
muscular tissue are muscles that contract and relax to allow body parts to move and pump blood, and can be stretched and return to their original size
what are the 3 types of muscular tissue
- skeletal muscle
- Cardiac muscle
- Smooth Muscle
what is skeletal muscle?
skeletal muscle is a type of striated muscle that is responsible for voluntary movement and are connected to the bone. They are also made of myofiblris.
what is cardiac muscle?
Cardiac muscle is found in the heart and is responsible for the rhythmic contraction of the heart like heart beats. It is involuntary.
what is smooth muscle?
Smooth muscle is found in the lining of internal organs such as GI Tract, uterus and blood vessels. It controls the involuntary constriction of these regions and has a less organised contractile system.
