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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

9. Muscle Tissue

Introduction to Muscles and Muscle Tissue

Anatomy & Physiology

9. Muscle Tissue

Introduction to Muscles and Muscle Tissue

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Which type of muscle cell is typically the largest?

Cardiac.

Skeletal.

Smooth.

Different types of muscle cells are roughly the same size.

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Begin by understanding the three main types of muscle cells: skeletal, cardiac, and smooth. Each type has distinct characteristics and functions within the body.

Skeletal muscle cells, also known as muscle fibers, are typically long and cylindrical. They can be several centimeters in length, making them the largest type of muscle cell in terms of size.

Cardiac muscle cells are found in the heart and are shorter than skeletal muscle cells. They are branched and interconnected, which helps in the synchronized contraction of the heart.

Smooth muscle cells are found in the walls of hollow organs like the intestines and blood vessels. They are spindle-shaped and smaller than skeletal muscle cells.

Conclude by noting that skeletal muscle cells are generally the largest in size compared to cardiac and smooth muscle cells, due to their length and cylindrical shape.