5 Questions
Which type of muscle tissue is attached to bone and has voluntary control of contraction and relaxation?
Skeletal muscle
Which type of muscle tissue is striated in appearance and has involuntary control?
Cardiac muscle
Which type of muscle tissue is attached to hair follicles in the skin and is found in the walls of hollow organs like blood vessels and the gastrointestinal system?
Smooth muscle
What are the functions of muscle tissue?
All of the above
What is the property of muscle tissue that allows it to respond to chemicals released from nerve cells?
Excitability
Study Notes
Types of Muscle Tissue
- Skeletal muscle tissue is attached to bone and has voluntary control of contraction and relaxation.
- Smooth muscle tissue is striated in appearance and has involuntary control.
- Smooth muscle tissue is attached to hair follicles in the skin and is found in the walls of hollow organs like blood vessels and the gastrointestinal system.
Functions of Muscle Tissue
- Muscle tissue functions include movement, posture, and balance.
- Muscle tissue supports blood flow and aids in the movement of substances through organs.
- Muscle tissue helps maintain body temperature.
Properties of Muscle Tissue
- The property of muscle tissue that allows it to respond to chemicals released from nerve cells is excitability.
Test your knowledge of muscle tissue with this quiz! Learn about the different types of muscle tissue, their functions, and characteristics. Challenge yourself to identify key features such as striations and voluntary or involuntary control.
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