Connective Tissues Flashcards
1
Q
What is connective tissue?
A
Connective tissue is responsible to connect joints and provide support.
2
Q
How many types of connective tissue are there?
A
3.
3
Q
What are the 3 types of connective tissue?
A
Cartilage, Tendon and Ligament.
4
Q
What is the purpose of Cartilage?
A
It covers the end of your bones, to provide shock absorption.
5
Q
What parts of the body is cartilage found?
A
Ribs joining the sternum, Patella, in between each vertebrate.
6
Q
What is the purpose of Tendons?
A
Connects the muscles to the bone.
7
Q
What is the purpose of Ligaments?
A
Connects bones to other bones.
