Joints Flashcards
1
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Synovial joints
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A joint with a fluid-filled joint capsule
2
Q
Nonaxial
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A gliding joint that moves in only one plane, either back and forth or side to side.
3
Q
Nonsynovial joints
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Joints that have no joint capsule, fibrous connective tissue, or cartilage in the uniting structure.
4
Q
Ligament
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A fibrous connective tissue that connects bone to bone.
5
Q
Collagen
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A protein found in connective tissue, muscles, and skin that provides strength and structure. It is the most abundant protein in the human body.
6
Q
Elastin
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A protein that provides elasticity to skin, tendons, ligaments, and other structures
7
Q
Growth plate
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