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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Which histological feature is common to ALL muscle cell types listed in the slides?
Options
A Striated appearance
B Location in the heart
C Cells are elongated and contain myofilaments (contractile proteins)
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D Surrounded by periosteum
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Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

All muscle cell types share histological characteristics: cells are elongated and cells contain myofilaments (contractile proteins) for contraction.

Hint

What structural and molecular features do skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle share?

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