Question
What is special about tissue present in the heart?

Answer

Cardiac muscle is specialized tissue that is found only in the heart. It has characteristics similar to both smooth and skeletal muscle tissue, as well as specialized properties that allow it to function with fast but sustained contractions, rapid conduction and coordinated movement. There are also differing types of cardiac muscle tissue that allow for both strong and coordinated contractions.

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