Why Erector Muscle Is a Tissue?

Arrector Pili Muscle - This is a tiny muscle that attaches to the base of a hair follicle at one end and to dermal tissue on the other end. In order to generate heat when the body is cold, the arrector pili muscles contract all at once, causing the hair to "stand up straight" on the skin.

What is erector muscle?

The erector spinae muscles are a group of long muscles that originate near the sacrum and extend vertically up the length of the back. ... The erector spinae muscles function to straighten the back and provide for side-to-side rotation. An injury or strain to these muscles may cause back spasms and pain.

What is the function of the hair erector muscle?

Hair Erector Muscle (Arrector Pili Muscle)

The arrector pili muscle is a tiny muscle connected to each hair follicle and the skin. When it contracts it causes the hair to stand erect, and a "goosebump" forms on the skin.

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