Musculoskeletal System" Flashcards
1
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tissue
A
a group of cells working together to do the same job
2
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organs
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a group of tissues working together to do the same job
3
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organ systems
A
a group of organs working together to do the same job
4
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joint
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- a point where two or more bones meet, allowing for movement and flexibility
5
Q
cartilage
A
strong, flexible connective tissue that is used to connect joints
6
Q
tendon -
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a fibrous connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone
7
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ligament
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connective tissue that connects bone to bone
8
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voluntary muscle tissue
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muscle tissue that is under conscious control
9
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involuntary muscle tissue
A
muscles that contract without conscious control
