Ligaments and Joints Flashcards
1
Q
Ligaments
A
A band of fibrous connective tissue that connects one bone to another bone
2
Q
The combining form for ligament
A
Ligament/o
3
Q
Tendon
A
A band of fibrous connective tissue that connects muscle to bone
4
Q
The combing form for tendon
A
Ten/o
Tend/o
Tendin/o
5
Q
Bursa
A
A fibrous sac that acts as a cushion to ease movement in areas of friction
6
Q
Synovial membrane Structure
A
The inner lining of the bursae and synovial joints
7
Q
Synovial membrane Function
A
Secrete fluid, which acts as a lubricant to make joint movement smooth
8
Q
Combining form for synovial membrane and synovial fluid
A
Synovi/o
