* Muscle cells are specialized cells in animals that are responsible for movement. They contract and relax to allow for movement.

* Food production is primarily done by plants, through photosynthesis. They use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to create their own energy source (sugar).

* Sending messages around the body is a function of neurons, a type of cell found in both animals and some simpler plants. Neurons transmit signals using electrical and chemical impulses.

So, the statement is incorrect.

Here's a clearer comparison:

* Muscle cells (animals) are like motor parts in a machine, allowing for movement.

* Plant cells are like solar panels, making their own food through photosynthesis.

* Neurons (animals and some plants) are like communication wires that transmit signals.

Key takeaway: Different types of cells have different specialized functions. Muscle cells are not involved in food production, and while they don't send messages directly, they do receive signals from neurons to contract.