Structure & Type of Synovial Joints

Question 1

What are the Synovial Joints?

Answer 1

Type of Joint commonly found in the limbs ; contains a Synovial Membrane that produces Synovial Fluid.

Question 2

Synovial Joints order?

Answer 2

Muscle
Bursae
Synovial Membrane
Synovial Fluid
Joint Capsule
Tendon
Bone Marrow
Head of Bone
Cartilage
Ligament

Question 3

What does the Joint Capsule do?

Answer 3

Creates stability.

Question 4

What does the Synovial Membrane do?

Answer 4

Produces Synovial Fluid.

Question 5

What does Synovial Fluid do?

Answer 5

Found in the Joint Cavity that lubricates or “oils” the joint so it moves smoothly.

Question 6

What does the Cartilage do?

Answer 6

Covers the ends of Bones which cushions the Joint. which prevents friction from the bones rubbing together and absorbs shock.

Question 7

What is the Bursae?

Answer 7

A fluid-filled bag that haloed reduce friction from movement of Tendons across the surface at the Joint.

Question 8

What are the Ligaments?

Answer 8

Joins Bone to Bone and strengthens the Joint to prevent unnecessary movement and dislocation.