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PART - 2 - Unit V : CH - 17 Locomotion and Movement — BIOLOGY STD 11 Science — Question

Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 11 ScienceBIOLOGYPART - 2 - Unit V : CH - 17 Locomotion and Movement2 Marks
Question
Write four characteristics of striated muscles not found in smooth muscles.
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Answer

The characteristics not found in smooth muscles but present in striated muscles are :
(i) These muscles are usually attached to bones and are called skeletal muscles.
(ii) They are cylindrical in shape.
(iii) They are striated due to the presence of light and dark bands.
(iv) They are voluntary and can be moved as desired.
(v) They are connected to both motor and sensory nerve. Hence they feel tired.

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