Structure of a Synovial Joint (AQA GCSE Physical Education): Quizzes
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What type of tissue is articular cartilage?
What type of tissue is articular cartilage?
Smooth, slippery tissue
What are the two main functions of articular cartilage?
What are the two main functions of articular cartilage?
Reduces friction & absorbs shock
What does the synovial membrane secrete?
What does the synovial membrane secrete?
Synovial fluid
Which is NOT a function of synovial fluid?
Which is NOT a function of synovial fluid?
Prevents excessive movement
What type of structure is the joint capsule?
What type of structure is the joint capsule?
Tough, fibrous structure
What does the joint capsule contain?
What does the joint capsule contain?
Synovial membrane & fluid
What do ligaments connect?
What do ligaments connect?
Bones to other bones
How do ligaments provide stability to joints?
How do ligaments provide stability to joints?
By preventing excessive movements
What do tendons attach?
What do tendons attach?
Muscles to bones
Where are bursae located and what do they reduce?
Where are bursae located and what do they reduce?
Between moving structures; friction
What shape are menisci?
What shape are menisci?
C-shaped pieces of cartilage
What are the two main functions of menisci?
What are the two main functions of menisci?
Absorb shocks & improve fit of bones