Muscle Tissues
The muscular tissue orginate from the mesoderm of the embryo. It helps in movement or locomotion and support the bone and other structures of the body.
Structure: Muscle tissues are composed of long, cylindrical cells (muscle fibers) with a striated appearance.
Types: There are three main types of muscle tissue:
- Skeletal Muscle: It is attached to bones, and is responsible for voluntary movements.
- Smooth Muscle: It is found in the walls of internal organs, and carry out involuntary processes like digestion.
- Cardiac Muscle: It is found only in the heart and is responsible for pumping blood rhythmically.
Structure and Types of Animal Tissues
Animal tissue is a group of cells along with intercellular substances that perform one or more functions in the body. The structure of animal tissues depends on their function and location in the body. There are four types of animal tissues; epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissue which work together in a coordinated manner to maintain the structural integrity and physiological functions of the body. Animal tissues help in movement, provide structural support and protection, and facilitate communication and coordination within the body.
Table of Content
- What is an Animal Tissue?
- Diagram of the Animal Tissue
- Types of Animal Tissues
- Epithelium Tissues
- Connective Tissues
- Muscle Tissues
- Nervous Tissue
- Functions of Animal Tissues