ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY LL W/CONNECT ACCESS
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY LL W/CONNECT ACCESS
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Author: McKinley
Publisher: MCG
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Chapter 10, Problem 18DYKB
Summary Introduction

To describe:

The characteristic of smooth muscle that allows it to contract for extended periods of time and not get fatigued.

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Smooth muscle cells are fusiform shaped and small with the centrally located nucleus. They are about 5-10μm in diameter and 50-200μm in length. Smooth muscle tissues are located throughout the body and contribute about 2% of total body weight. They exhibit three characteristics that are initiation and duration of contraction, fatigue resistant, and length-tension curve.

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