What kind of tissue is responsible for producing movement?

Muscle tissue is the type of tissue responsible for producing movement in the body. It does this through the contraction and relaxation of its cells, which allows for movement of the skeleton, the heart, and various internal organs. There are three types of muscle tissue: skeletal muscle, which is under voluntary control and moves the bones; cardiac muscle, which is involuntary and makes up the heart; and smooth muscle, which is also involuntary and found in the walls of hollow organs.

The ability of muscle tissue to contract is essential for bodily movements, including the movement of limbs, the beating of the heart, and the movement of food through the digestive system. While nerve tissue plays a crucial role in signaling and coordinating these movements, it does not produce movement itself. Connective tissue supports and binds other tissues, and epithelial tissue covers surfaces and lines cavities but does not contribute to movement.