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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Problem 3

Textbook Question

Tissue that is specialized for contraction is
(a) Epithelial tissue
(b) Muscle tissue
(c) Connective tissue
(d) Nervous tissue

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Step 1: Begin by understanding the primary function of each tissue type mentioned in the options. Epithelial tissue is specialized for covering surfaces, lining cavities, and forming glands. Connective tissue provides structural support, stores energy, and connects other tissues. Nervous tissue is specialized for transmitting electrical signals. Muscle tissue is specialized for contraction.

Step 2: Recall the unique characteristics of muscle tissue. Muscle tissue contains specialized cells called muscle fibers that are capable of shortening and generating force, which is essential for movement and contraction.

Step 3: Consider the role of contraction in the body. Contraction is a process that enables movement, posture maintenance, and various physiological functions such as pumping blood (cardiac muscle) and moving food through the digestive system (smooth muscle).

Step 4: Eliminate the incorrect options based on their primary functions. Epithelial tissue, connective tissue, and nervous tissue do not specialize in contraction. Muscle tissue is the only type specifically designed for this function.

Step 5: Conclude that the correct answer is muscle tissue, as it is the tissue specialized for contraction. This includes skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle types, each with distinct roles in the body.

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Key Concepts

Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.

Muscle Tissue

Muscle tissue is a specialized type of tissue that has the unique ability to contract, enabling movement in the body. It is classified into three types: skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle. Skeletal muscle is under voluntary control, cardiac muscle is involuntary and found in the heart, while smooth muscle is also involuntary and lines hollow organs. Understanding muscle tissue is essential for recognizing how movement and various bodily functions are facilitated.

Epithelial Tissue

Epithelial tissue serves as a protective layer covering body surfaces and lining cavities and organs. It is involved in absorption, secretion, and sensation but does not have the ability to contract. This type of tissue is crucial for forming barriers and interfaces between different body systems, but it is not responsible for movement, distinguishing it from muscle tissue.

Connective Tissue

Connective tissue supports, binds, and protects other tissues and organs in the body. It includes a variety of subtypes such as bone, adipose (fat), and blood, each serving different functions. While connective tissue plays a vital role in maintaining structural integrity and facilitating communication between different body parts, it does not have the contractile properties characteristic of muscle tissue.

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