A & P: Musculoskeletal System Flashcards
1
Q
tissue
A
a group of cells working together to do the same job
2
Q
organs
A
a group of tissues working together to do the same job
3
Q
organ systems
A
a group of organs working together to do the same job
4
Q
joint
A
a point where two or more bones meet, allowing for movement and flexibility
5
Q
cartilage
A
strong, flexible connective tissue that is used to connect joints
6
Q
tendon
A
a fibrous connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone
7
Q
ligament
A
connective tissue that connects bone to bone
8
Q
voluntary muscle tissue - muscle tissue that is under conscious control
A
muscle tissue that is under conscious control
9
Q
involuntary muscle tissue - muscles that contract without conscious control
A
muscles that contract without conscious control
