The Type of Muscle That Typically Surrounds Hollow Tubes and Organs

Question

The type of muscle that typically surrounds hollow tubes and organs like the stomach is
A)smooth muscle.
B)skeletal muscle.
C)cardiac muscle.
D)striated muscle.
E)voluntary musclE.

Accepted Answer

Smooth muscle is involuntary and can be found in the walls of hollow organs such as the stomach, intestines, and uterus. It is responsible for controlling movements in these structures. Skeletal muscle, on the other hand, is attached to bones and is responsible for voluntary movements. Cardiac muscle makes up the walls of the heart and is responsible for involuntary contractions to pump blood. Striated muscle refers to skeletal and cardiac muscle, which have a striped appearance under a microscope. Voluntary muscle refers to skeletal muscle that is under voluntary control.