Muscles

Front

What happens to a muscle when it contracts?

Back

It gets shorter.

Front

What type of muscle tissue is found only in the heart?

Back

Cardiac muscle.

Front

What is an example of an involuntary muscle?

Back

Heart.

Front

Which types of muscle tissue have visible striations?

Back

Skeletal and Cardiac Muscle.

Front

What type of muscle are the biceps and triceps?

Back

Skeletal muscle.

Front

What is the primary function of skeletal muscles?

Back

To facilitate movement by contracting and pulling on bones.

Front

What type of muscle is responsible for involuntary movements in the digestive system?

Back

Smooth muscle.

Front

What is the difference between voluntary and involuntary muscles?

Back

Voluntary muscles are controlled consciously, while involuntary muscles operate automatically.

Front

What is the role of cardiac muscle?

Back

To pump blood throughout the body.

Front

What are striations in muscle tissue?

Back

Striations are alternating light and dark bands seen in skeletal and cardiac muscle due to the arrangement of muscle fibers.