Tissues Of The Skeletal System Flashcards
1
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bone
A
the strong, calcium-rich tissue which is the main components of the vertebrate skeleton
2
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cartilage
A
hard but flexible skeletal tissue that often acts as a shock absorber and prevents wear in joints
3
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chrondocytes
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the cells that form cartilage
4
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tendons
A
inelastic tissue which forms joint capsules
5
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synovial fluid
A
fluid which lubricates the most mobile joints
6
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extensors
A
muscles that extend (stretch or open) a joint
7
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flexors
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muscles that flex (close or bend) a joint
8
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antagonistic pairs
A
muscles which work in opposition to each other pulling in opposite directions
