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Why are striated muscles called skeletal muscles?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Striated Muscles**: Striated muscles are a type of muscle tissue characterized by a striped appearance under a microscope. These muscles are also known for their ability to contract and produce movement. 2. **Connection to the Skeleton**: The term "skeletal" refers to the skeleton, which is the framework of bones and cartilages in the body. Striated muscles are directly associated with this framework. 3. **Attachment to Bones**: Striated muscles are called skeletal muscles because they are primarily attached to the bones of the skeleton. This attachment enables the muscles to facilitate movement of the skeleton. ...
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  • Striated muscles are

    A
    Syncytial
    B
    Multinucleate
    C
    With large number of sarcomeres
    D
    All the above.
  • Striated muscles are

    A
    Multinucleate and nuclei are peripheral in position
    B
    Multinucleate and nucleus is central in position
    C
    Multinucleate and nuclei are central in position
    D
    Uninucleate and nucleus is peripheral in position
  • Cardiac muscles as compared to skeletal muscles can contract

    A
    Quickly and do not get fatigued
    B
    slowly and do not get fatigued
    C
    Quickly and get fatigued
    D
    Slowly and get fatigued
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