Question

Why striated muscles are called striped muscles?

Answer 1

Striated muscles:

1. Striated muscles are voluntary muscles, and they can be controlled by one's will.
2. The cells are long and cylindrical in shape and are arranged in bundles.
3. These muscles are present in the hands, feet, body, pharynx, etc.
4. They are also known as striped muscles because when these muscles are observed under a microscope, alternate light and dark bands known as striations are seen.