Lecture Notes on Muscular Systems: Humans vs. Elephants

Human Muscular System

• Number of Muscles: Approximately 600 muscles in the human body.
• Total Weight: Muscles weigh around 80 pounds, but this varies based on individual size.
• Functionality:
  • Muscles are specialized for fine movements and agility.

Elephant Muscular System

• Number of Muscles: Around 100,000 muscles, significantly more than humans.
• Comparison: Over 160 times more muscles than a human.
• Functionality:
  • Built for incredible strength.
  • Capable of precision movements despite large muscle size.

Walking and Movement in Elephants

• Silent Walking: Elephants can walk silently.
• Reason: Due to a cushion-like layer in their feet, enabling silent movement despite their size.