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Skeleton and Movement — Biology STD 11 Science — Question

Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 11 ScienceBiologySkeleton and Movement4 Marks
Question
State the functions of:
  1. Smooth muscles
  2. Cardiac muscles
  3. Striated muscles
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Answer

  1. Smooth muscles: They bring about involuntary movements like peristalsis in the alimentary canal, constriction and dilation of blood vessels.
  2. Cardiac muscles: They bring about contraction and relaxation of the heart.
  3. Striated muscles: They control voluntary movements of limbs, head, trunk, eyes, etc.

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