Cartilage Flashcards
1
Q
Smooth, rubbery, blue-white connective tissue acting as shock absorber
More flexible than bone
A
Cartilage
2
Q
Covers surface of joints where bones come together
Allows smooth joint movement
A
Articular Cartilage
3
Q
Curved fibrous cartilage in some joints
A
Meniscus
4
Q
What are the two types of meniscus tears?
A
- Tear
- Bucket handle tears
