Asked by Pierce Brelinsky on May 02, 2024
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gap junctions ensure these cells contract as a unit
A) skeletal muscle
B) smooth muscle
C) cardiac muscle
Gap Junctions
Specialized intercellular connections between a multitude of animal cell-types that permit the direct transfer of ions and small molecules.
Cardiac Muscle
A specialized form of muscle tissue found only in the heart, characterized by interconnected cells that contract rhythmically to pump blood throughout the body.
- Identify the categories of muscle tissue and their distinct duties in the body.
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Zybrea KnightMay 04, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Gap junctions are the intercellular connections that allow cardiac muscle cells to synchronize their contractions and contract as a unit. This is not a characteristic of either skeletal or smooth muscle.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the categories of muscle tissue and their distinct duties in the body.