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Muscle, Striated

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Definition: One of two types of muscle in the body, characterized by the array of bands observed under microscope. Striated muscles can be divided into two subtypes: the CARDIAC MUSCLE and the SKELETAL MUSCLE.     
Examples Muscle, Skeletal; Myocardium; Myofibrils 		Other names Striated Muscles; Muscles, Striated; Striated Muscle

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