Muscular System

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What muscle makes up the heart?

Back

Cardiac muscle is the type of muscle that makes up the heart. It is an involuntary muscle that contracts to pump blood throughout the body.

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What does myorrhaphy mean?

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Myorrhaphy refers to the surgical procedure of suturing a muscle.

Front

What is a normal pulse rate in beats per minute?

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A normal pulse rate is typically between 60-100 beats per minute.

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What are the functions of muscles?

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Muscles have several functions including holding the body erect, generating body heat, and helping blood move through veins and food through the digestive system.

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Which is NOT a kind of muscle in the human body?

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Exoskeletal is not a type of muscle in the human body; the three types are smooth, skeletal, and cardiac.

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What are the three types of muscle tissue?

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The three types of muscle tissue are skeletal muscle, smooth muscle, and cardiac muscle.

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What is the primary function of skeletal muscle?

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The primary function of skeletal muscle is to facilitate voluntary movement of the body.

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What is smooth muscle responsible for?

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Smooth muscle is responsible for involuntary movements in internal organs, such as the digestive tract and blood vessels.

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What is the role of cardiac muscle?

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Cardiac muscle is responsible for the involuntary contractions of the heart, pumping blood throughout the body.

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How do muscles generate heat?

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Muscles generate heat through the process of metabolism during contraction, which is essential for maintaining body temperature.