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Striated Muscle Tissue

Description:

Striated muscle tissue, also known as skeletal muscle tissue, is a specialized type of muscle tissue that is characterized by its alternating pattern of light and dark bands, giving it a striped or striated appearance. It is one of the three types of muscle tissue found in the human body, along with smooth muscle and cardiac muscle.

Sample Sentences:

• The striated muscle tissue enables voluntary movements such as walking, running, and lifting weights.
• Regular exercise can help strengthen and develop striated muscle tissue.
• Injury or damage to the striated muscle tissue can lead to muscle strains or tears.
• Professional athletes often have well-defined and highly developed striated muscle tissue.

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