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Q: What are the disks of fibrocartilage between the articulating surfaces of the knee?
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What type of cartilage makes up the intervertebral disks?

fibrocartilage


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The intervertebral disks that separate the individual parts of the backbone are composed of?

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What is fibrocartilage composed of?

Fibrocartilage is compose of cartilage( which is a connective tissue composed of cells called chondrocytes. This chondrocytes is highly rich in collagen and other proteins. ) Fibrocartilage is however located in the intervertebral disks of vertebrates. It function is to act as a cushion and provide protect between vertebraes.


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What is the name of the pads of cartilage between disks?

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What is the medical term meaning Fibrocartilage disks that divide the joint into two compartments?

Some synovial joints are partially or completely divided into two compartments by discs of fibrcartilage called "menisci"


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A spinal disc, also known as an intervertebral disc It is a cartilaginous structure that contains a gel-like liquid and acts as a cushion to keep the vertebrae flexible and from grinding against each other.Between each vertebrae is an intervertebral disk, which is a thick, fibrous disk of cartilage.


Why hard disk is more reliable then CD and DVD?

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What uses magnetic particles to store items on a disks surface?

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Where is fibrocartilage found in the body?

Symphysis pubis, intervertebral discs, menisci, tmj, and annulus fibrous