Chapter 5.4, Problem 5AYLO

Summary Introduction

To discuss:

The three types of muscles and their differences in histology, function, and location.

Introduction:

Humans and animals are complex organisms made up of collections of cells that perform specific functions. These collections of cells are often referred to as tissues. Tissues arise from an embryonic origin that performs a specific physiological and structural role in an organ. Tissues perform specific functions such as nerve signaling and nutrient digestion. There are four types of primary tissues, namely epithelial, connective, nervous, and muscular tissues.