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Is cartilage flexible?
Yes, cartilage is a flexible connective tissue that provides support and cushioning to joints in the body. It is less rigid than bone but still has a firm and elastic structure.
What function does cartilage perform in a joint?
It surrounds the end of the bone to prevent bones from grinding against each other. Cartilage acts as shock absorbers as well.
What is calcified cartilage?
Calcified cartilage is a type of cartilage that has undergone a process of mineralization, where calcium salts are deposited within its matrix. This transformation typically occurs in the transition zone between hyaline cartilage and bone, particularly during endochondral ossification in developing bones. The presence of calcified cartilage provides structural support and serves as a precursor to bone formation, playing a crucial role in skeletal development and growth. Unlike regular cartilage, calcified cartilage is less flexible and more rigid due to its mineral content.
Why do you think that some joints are painful in elderly people?
becuase there are less cartilage
If your cartilage breaks does it repair itself?
Cartilage can break in some instances. There are multiple types of cartilage in the body. The cartilage in the ear is an elastic cartilage, so it is much more flexible and less likely to break.
What is the skeleton of a jaw less made of?
cartilage
Is earth's lithosphere the rigid outer shell of the planet?
Yes. Well, more or less rigid.
What is being less rigid?
Rigid means "stiff" or "devoid of flexibility". So being less frigid would mean being more flexible.
Where is Articular cartilage found at?
Cartilage is a stiff yet flexible connective tissue found in many areas in the bodies of humans and other animals, including the joints between bones, the rib cage, the ear, the nose, the elbow, the knee, the ankle, the bronchial tubes and the intervertebral discs. It is not as hard and rigid as bone but is stiffer and less flexible than muscle.
Which connective tissue receives less blood?
Cartilage
Is cartilage less flexible than bone?
No, it is not. Bone is strong but it doesn't bend easily. Cartilage is more flexible.
Why do you think some joints are painful in elderly people?
becuase there are less cartilage
