Musculoskeletal Sytem Flashcards
1
Q
What is cartilage?
A
Flexible connective tissue coating bony areas
2
Q
What are tendons?
A
Non flexible connective tissue attaching muscle to bone
3
Q
What is a ligament?
A
Flexible connective tissue attaching bone to bone
4
Q
What are synovial joints?
A
Fluid filled capsule connecting bones
5
Q
What are 3 functions of skeletal muscle?
A
Movement
Posture
Positioning
Body heat generation
6
Q
What are 5 functions of skeletal system?
A
Support
Protection
Produce blood cells (red bone marrow)
Stores calcium
Movement
