Joints and their Functions 5.0 / 5 based on 1 ratingTeacher recommended ? BiologyCells, tissues and organsGCSEAll boards Created by: Son_of_AthenaCreated on: 06-04-18 19:49 What is a ball and socket joint? Include examples. A ball and docket join allows multi directional movement and rotation. E.g. hip, shoulder 1 of 14 What is a hinge joint? Give examples. A hinge joint allows movement in only one axis. E.g. knee and elbow 2 of 14 Where is the ligament found? Between bones 3 of 14 What are the properties of a ligament? High tensile strength and some elasticity 4 of 14 What are the functions of a ligament? Attaches bone together and allows joints to bend without becoming dislocated 5 of 14 Where is the cartilage found? Covering the ends of the bones. 6 of 14 What are the properties of the cartilage? Strong, but not rigid and able to be slightly compressed. 7 of 14 What are the functions of the cartilage? Shock absorber and allows smooth movement of bones 8 of 14 Where is the tendon found? Between the muscle and bone 9 of 14 What are the properties of the tendon? High tensile strength with some elasticity. 10 of 14 What are the functions of the tendon? Attaches muscle to the bone and moves the bone when the muscle contracts 11 of 14 Where is the synovial fluid found? Secreted from the synovial membrane 12 of 14 What are the properties of the synovial fluid? Oily liquid 13 of 14 What are the functions of the synovial fluid? Lubricates the joint, allowing easy movement 14 of 14
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