Year 10 - 3 types of Connective Tissues Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three types of connective tissue?
A
Cartilage, Tendons, Ligaments
2
Q
What is Cartilage?
A
A strong, flexible tissue that protects your joints and bones, also serves to reduce friction and absorb shock and forces?
3
Q
What are Tendons?
A
Strong, inelastic connective tissue that attaches muscle to the bone
4
Q
What are Ligaments?
A
Slight elastic, strong (can still rupture) that attach bones to bones
