Skeletal System

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They hold bones together. They have a high tensile strength and slightly elastic.
ligaments
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They cover the ends of bones. They reduce friction and are a shock absorber.
cartilage
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They release oily synovial fluid to lubricate joints.
membranes
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They attach muscles and bones.
tendons
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Animals with a backbone and an internal skeleton.
vertebrates
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Muscles move bones by _________
contracting
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Muscles usually come in _________ pairs
antagonistic
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Card 2

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They cover the ends of bones. They reduce friction and are a shock absorber.

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cartilage

Card 3

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They release oily synovial fluid to lubricate joints.

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Card 4

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They attach muscles and bones.

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Card 5

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Animals with a backbone and an internal skeleton.

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