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postnew [5]
3 years ago
9

Adaptations of a muscle cell to its functions​

Biology
1 answer:
iogann1982 [59]3 years ago
4 0

Answer:

Many cells are specialised. They have structures that are adapted for their function. For example, muscle cells bring parts of the body closer together. They contain protein fibres that can contract when energy is available, making the cells shorter.

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