*A&P 1 Unit 9 (Lab) [Articulations] Flashcards

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Synovial Fluid

A

Similar in compostion to blood plasma without the proteins. Bathes the joint to permit frictionless motion.

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Joint Capsule

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Made of dense irregular collagenous connective tissue and provides strength ans structural reinforcement for the joint. It is lined by the synovial membrane.

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Articular Cartilage

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The articulating ends of the bones are covered with articular cartilage, usually hyaline cartilage. The cartilage provides a smooth, nearly frictionless surface for articulation.

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Ligaments

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The bones in the synovial joint are held together by ligaments that further reinforce the joint.

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5
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The knee joint is a… (Structurally)

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Synovial Joint because is has a true joint cavity and consist of two bones whose articular ends are covered with hyaline cartilage.

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The knee joint is a… (Functionally)

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Diarthroses because it is a freely movable joint.

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Fibrous joint

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Consist of bons joined by short connective tissue fibers. Most allow no motion.

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Cartilaginous Joint

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Consist of bones united by cartilage rather than fibrous connective tissue. Most cartilaginous joints allow some motion.

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9
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Synarthroses

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Immovable joints

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10
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Amphiarthroses

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Joints that allow some motion

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11
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What is the purpose of the Menisci of the Knee?

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For stabilization

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12
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What undesirable movement does the ACL prevent?

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To prevent hyperextension of the knee.

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13
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What undesirable movement does the PCL prevent?

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Prevents posterior displacement of the tibia on the femur.

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14
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A

Femur

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15
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Articular Cartilage

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16
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Posterior Cruciate Ligament

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Medial Meniscus

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Medial Collateral Ligament

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Patella

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Patellar Ligament (cut)

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Anterior Cruciate Ligament

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Lateral Collateral Ligament

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Lateral Meniscus

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Fibula

25
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Tibia