Joints

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  • Created on: 27-03-14 13:30
A band of strong fibrous tissue that connects bone to bone
Ligament
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A slippery fluid to reduce friction between articular cartilage in the joint
Synovial Fluid
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Glaasy smooth cartilage that is spongy and used to absorb shock and prevent friction
Articular Cartilage
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A tough fibrous tissue that has two layers, it helps to strengthen the joint
Joint Capsule
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A flattened fibrous sac to prevent friction at sites where ligaments, bones, muscles and tendons may rub together
Bursa
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A wedge of white fibrocartilage that makes the joint more stable and reduces wear and tear in the joint surface
Meniscus
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A pad that provides cushioning between the fibrous capsule and a bone or muscle
Pad of Fat
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Ball and socket, hinge, pivot, condyloid and gliding are all types of what joint?
Synovial
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Card 2

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A slippery fluid to reduce friction between articular cartilage in the joint

Back

Synovial Fluid

Card 3

Front

Glaasy smooth cartilage that is spongy and used to absorb shock and prevent friction

Back

Preview of the front of card 3

Card 4

Front

A tough fibrous tissue that has two layers, it helps to strengthen the joint

Back

Preview of the front of card 4

Card 5

Front

A flattened fibrous sac to prevent friction at sites where ligaments, bones, muscles and tendons may rub together

Back

Preview of the front of card 5
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BethGunter

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The crossword doesnt work. I cant select any of the letters in the grid :( 

asandi32

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bone to bone is a tendon!

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