Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

4. Tissues & Histology

Introduction to Muscle Tissue

Anatomy & Physiology

4. Tissues & Histology

Introduction to Muscle Tissue

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true concerning muscle tissue?

Muscle tissue is primarily responsible for transmitting electrical impulses.

Muscle tissue is specialized for contraction and movement.

Muscle tissue consists mainly of cells that secrete hormones.

Muscle tissue forms the outer protective layer of the body.

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Understand the primary function of muscle tissue: Muscle tissue is specialized for contraction, which allows for movement of the body and its parts. This is a key characteristic that distinguishes it from other tissue types.

Eliminate the incorrect option about transmitting electrical impulses: While muscle tissue does respond to electrical impulses (action potentials), its primary role is not transmitting them. This function is more characteristic of nervous tissue.

Eliminate the incorrect option about secreting hormones: Hormone secretion is a function of endocrine glands, which are composed of epithelial tissue, not muscle tissue.

Eliminate the incorrect option about forming the outer protective layer: The outer protective layer of the body is formed by epithelial tissue, specifically the epidermis of the skin, not muscle tissue.

Conclude that the correct statement is: Muscle tissue is specialized for contraction and movement, as this aligns with its primary function and structure.