Asked by Andrea Cortinas on May 11, 2024

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Which type of muscle tissue has cells that branch?

A) Skeletal muscle
B) Smooth muscle
C) Cardiac muscle
D) Both skeletal and cardiac muscle are correct.
E) Both cardiac and smooth muscle are correct.

Branch

A part of a tree that grows out from the trunk or from a bough.

Skeletal Muscle

A type of striated muscle tissue which is attached to bones and is responsible for their movement.

Smooth Muscle

Involuntary, non-striated muscle found in the walls of internal organs and blood vessels, responsible for their contraction and movement.

  • Familiarize oneself with the physiological characteristics and locales of various forms of muscle tissue.
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Reginald ScottMay 15, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Cardiac muscle cells are unique in that they branch and form connections with one another, facilitating the coordinated contractions necessary for heart function.