Smooth or involuntary muscles control movements like the movement of food in the alimentary canal and the contraction and relaxation of blood vessels.
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The cells of skeletal muscle tissue are long, cylindrical, unbranched, and multinucleate (having many nuclei).
Skeletal muscles are called striated muscles because they show alternate light and dark bands or striations under the microscope when stained.
Skeletal muscles are voluntary muscles mostly attached to bones, aiding in body movement.
Voluntary muscles, such as those in the arms and legs, are controlled consciously and enable movements like walking, lifting, and other purposeful actions.