1. Skeletal muscle – is a specialized tissue that connects bones and allows them to move. The musculoskeletal system is made up of skeletal muscles and bones (also known as the locomotor system). Skeletal muscle is usually divided into opposing pairs, such as the front and rear of the upper arm’s biceps and triceps. Skeletal muscles are also known as voluntary muscles since they are within our conscious control. The tissue appears striped when seen under a microscope, therefore it’s also known as striated muscles.
2. Cardiac muscle – is the heart’s muscle. It’s made up of irregularly branching cells that are linked longitudinally by intercalated discs and exhibit powerful, involuntary contractions. There are striations as well.
3. Smooth muscle – is a type of muscle that may be found in a variety of internal organs, including the digestive tract, uterus, and blood vessels, including arteries. Smooth muscle is composed of multilayered sheets that contract in waves along the structure’s length. Smooth muscle action happens without our conscious knowledge, hence it’s also known as involuntary muscle.