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Why are striated muscles called skeletal muscles?
Posted June 25, 2024
Cell SignalingCellular ProcessesCellular Structures and OrganellesPhysiological Probes
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Striated muscles are called skeletal muscles because of their appearance under a microscope. Skeletal muscle fibers can appear red or white and have a striped appearance due to their structure.

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