Joint parts Flashcards
1
Q
What is a tendon
A
A connective tissue that connect muscle to bone
2
Q
What is a ligament
A
A connective tissue that connect bone to bone
3
Q
What is synovial fluid ?
A
A fluid found at the end of bones and is located in the gap made at a joint. It absorbs shock and makes movement around the joint easier
4
Q
What is cartilage?
A
A tissue found on the outskirts of bones. It has a spongy texture and is quite robust. Someone suffering with arthritis won’t have much cartilage and makes movement painful.
5
Q
What is muscle?
A
A soft tissue found in every living thing
