Structure of a Synovial Joint (OCR 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 structure produces synovial fluid?
Which structure produces synovial fluid?
Synovial membrane
Besides reducing friction, what does synovial fluid do to cartilage?
Besides reducing friction, what does synovial fluid do to cartilage?
Nourishes it
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
What are bursae and what is their function?
What are bursae and what is their function?
Fluid-filled sacs that reduce friction
What shape are menisci and in which joint are they found?
What shape are menisci and in which joint are they found?
C-shaped; found in the knee