Three Functions of the Muscles

Smooth Muscle - Found in the walls of most organs. They carry out the actions that we don't have to think about. (Like breathing, or the expansion and contraction of the lungs)

Skeletal Muscle - This is the most well-know muscle. It is used to move the bones in the body. It is found almost everywhere in the body.

Cardiac Muscle - The function is to keep the heart beating. It is found only in the heart.

Producing Movement, Maintaining Posture and Body Position, Stabilizing Joints and Generating Heat