Muscular tissue consists of which type of cells or fibers?

A. Elongated fibers (cells) surrounded by abundant matrix
B. Spherical cells designed for storage
C. Cells with multiple processes that are specialized to send electrical signals
D. Elongated fibers (cells) that are specialized to contract


Answer: D

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