Which of the following is a function of muscle tissue?
A) it serves as a transport system within the body
B) it contracts to regulate the movement of substances through tubes
C) it serves as a physical barrier that protects against harmful agents in the environment
D) it detects changes in the body's external or internal environment and then elicits an appropriate response

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Muscle tissue contracts to regulate the movement of substances through tubes, such as blood vessels, digestive tract, and airways. It does not serve as a transport system, physical barrier, or sensory receptor.

Which of the Following Is a Function of Muscle Tissue