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Science Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Striated Muscle | A muscle that appears banded; also called skeletal muscle. |
| Smooth Muscle | Involuntary muscle found inside many internal organs of the body. |
| Cardiac Muscle | Muscle tissue found only in the heart. |
| Involuntary Muscle | A muscle that is not under conscious control. |
| Voluntary Muscle | A muscle that is under conscious control. |
| Ligament | Strong connective tissue that holds bones together in movable joint. |
| Tendon | Strong connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone. |
| Cartilage | A connective tissue that is more flexible than bone and that protects the ends of bones and keeps them from rubbing together. |
| Red Marrow | Produces red blood cells. |
| Yellow Marrow |