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

Types of Muscle Tissue

Anatomy & Physiology

4. Tissues & Histology

Types of Muscle Tissue

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Multiple Choice

Cardiac and skeletal muscles have which feature(s) in common?

Single nucleus per cell

Voluntary control

Intercalated discs

Striations

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Begin by understanding the basic structure of muscle tissue. There are three types of muscle tissue: cardiac, skeletal, and smooth. Each type has distinct characteristics.

Identify the common features between cardiac and skeletal muscles. Both types of muscle tissue are striated, meaning they have a banded appearance due to the arrangement of actin and myosin filaments.

Consider the control mechanism of these muscles. Skeletal muscles are under voluntary control, meaning you can consciously control their movement. Cardiac muscles, however, are under involuntary control, as they function automatically to pump blood.

Examine the cellular structure. Skeletal muscle cells are multinucleated, while cardiac muscle cells typically have a single nucleus. This is a key difference between the two.

Understand the presence of intercalated discs. These are unique to cardiac muscle and are not found in skeletal muscle. They facilitate the synchronized contraction of cardiac tissue.