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Smooth muscle is a type of muscle tissue which is used by various systems to apply pressure to vessels and organs. Smooth muscle is composed of sheets or strands of smooth muscle cells.
Smooth muscle is a type of tissue found in the walls of hollow organs, such as the intestines, uterus and stomach. You can also find smooth muscle in the walls of passageways, including arteries and veins of the cardiovascular system.
Smooth muscle is one of the three major types of vertebrate muscle tissue, the others being skeletal and cardiac muscle. It can also be found in invertebrates and is controlled by the autonomic nervous system.
Smooth muscle is found throughout the body where it serves a variety of functions. It is in the stomach and intestines where it helps with digestion and nutrient collection. It is found throughout the urinary system where it functions to help rid the body of toxins and works in electrolyte balance.
Understand the structure and function of smooth muscle tissue. By the end of this section, you will be able to: Understand the difference between single-unit and multi-unit smooth muscle; Describe the microanatomy of a smooth muscle cell; Explain the process of smooth muscle contraction; Explain how smooth muscle differs from skeletal muscle
Smooth muscle is one of three types of muscle tissue, alongside cardiac and skeletal muscle. It is a non-striated muscle tissue, lacking the characteristic markings of the other muscle types. It is found in numerous bodily systems, including the ophthalmic, reproductive, respiratory and gastrointestinal systems, where it functions to contract ...
The primary function of smooth muscle is contraction. Smooth muscle consists of two types: single-unit and multi-unit. Single-unit smooth muscle consists of multiple cells connected through connexins that can become stimulated in a synchronous pattern from only one synaptic input.
Smooth muscle is an involuntary, non-striated muscle tissue found primarily in the walls of hollow organs and blood vessels, responsible for functions such as regulating blood flow and propelling substances through organs.