structure synovial joints Flashcards

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Articular Cartilage:

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Covers the ends of bones in the joint, reducing friction and acting as a cushion during movement.

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Synovial Membrane:

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Lines the joint capsule and produces synovial fluid, which lubricates the joint.

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Synovial Fluid:

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A viscous liquid that reduces friction between the articular cartilages and nourishes the joint.

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Joint Capsule:

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A fibrous sac that encloses the joint cavity, providing stability and maintaining joint integrity.

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Ligaments:

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Strong bands of tissue that connect bones to each other, stabilizing the joint and preventing excessive movement.

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Tendons:

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Connect muscles to bones, facilitating movement by transmitting the force generated by muscles.

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Bursae:

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Small, fluid-filled sacs that reduce friction between moving parts, such as between a bone and a tendon.

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all of them

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Articular Cartilage
Synovial Membrane
Synovial Fluid
Joint Capsule
Ligaments
Tendons
Bursae

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