Muscle tissues can be broadly classified into three types, each with unique histological features:
Skeletal Muscle: Characterized by striated fibers and voluntary control, skeletal muscles are responsible for body movements. Cardiac Muscle: Found only in the heart, cardiac muscle cells are striated but involuntary, with unique intercalated discs that facilitate synchronized contractions. Smooth Muscle: These non-striated, involuntary muscles are found in various organs and are responsible for movements like peristalsis in the digestive tract.