Structure of a Synovial Joint (Edexcel 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 two functions of articular cartilage?
What are two functions of articular cartilage?
Reduces friction & absorbs shock
What does the synovial membrane secrete?
What does the synovial membrane secrete?
Synovial fluid
How is synovial fluid described?
How is synovial fluid described?
Thick, slippery fluid
Which function does synovial fluid perform?
Which function does synovial fluid perform?
Nourishes the cartilage
What type of structure is the joint capsule?
What type of structure is the joint capsule?
Tough, fibrous structure
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
What role do tendons play in movement?
What role do tendons play in movement?
Transmit force from muscles to bones
Where are bursae located?
Where are bursae located?
Between tendons and bones
What shape are menisci?
What shape are menisci?
C-shaped pieces of cartilage