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Explain how cartilage in the joints helps to absorb the shock of running on hard roads?
they're the shock absorbers when the energy from the foot is repelled from the hard road and travels up the leg. The bones are rigid and don't dampen the shockwave, while the cartilage may act like a sponge or a suspension fork on a bike (depends on how you want to picture it.) I'm pretty sure that it's the leg muscles that absorb most of the shock.
What acts as a shock absorber between bones?
The shock absorber between bones is called cartilage.
What provides cushioning and shock absorption at the knee?
The meniscus is a piece of cartilage that is located in the knee to absorb shock. When individuals find that their knees give way or become locked it is usually a sign that the meniscus has been torn.
What cover the end of some bones to absorb the energy form hard bumps?
cartilage
What are shock absorbers made of?
small discs of cartilage
What do shock absorbers do?
mabye they "absorb shock!" 2nd Answer: In actual fact, shock absorbers do not absorb shock: the springs do that. The "shock absorbers" dampen rebound (Bouncing). In a bike, the spring is built right around the dampener part.
Do mosquitos absorb shock?
No mosquitoes do not absorb shock so if your having problems with them go to you local store and buy a electric swatter!
What part of the bone acts as a shock absorber?
articular cartilage
Does spongy bone absorb shock?
Yes
What is important joints because it acts as a shock absorber?
Cartilage is important in joint because it acts as a shock absorber.
Is cartilage a smooth rubbery substance that acts as a shock absorber?
yup.
The major function of the intervertebral disc is to?
absorb shock
