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Articular cartilage is cartilage which covers the surface of the bone in synovial joints. Its function is to reduce friction between the bones. It is a type of cartilage called hyaline cartilage.
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∙ 8y agoArticular cartilage is the cartilage lining the joints.
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∙ 8y agoAn articular cartilage is a tough, elastic connective tissue found in various parts of the body, which is converted to bone as the skeleton matures.
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∙ 13y agoon the epiphyses
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∙ 14y agosynovial joints have synovial cavities
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Where cartilage is found at the elbow joint.why is the cartilage there?
Cartilage is found at the elbow joint so that the synovial fluid doesn't touches the ulna directly.
What does a synovial joint have between the bones?
hyaline cartilage
What type of joint is found in the ribs?
Costochondral joint ( Costo- = Rib, Chondro- = Cartilage) - these joints 'articulate' the ribs with the costal cartilage of the thoracic wall. However, there is no movement between the two.The Structural Classification for this joint is; Cartilaginous (Synchodrosis).The Functional Classification for this joint is; Synarthrosis.
Where is cartilage found on a long bone?
It is found at either end of the long bones where it provides a shockabsorbance in the synovial joint capsule.
What tissues make up a joint?
Joints may be synovial (with a cavity) or fibrous. Synovial joints are filled with synovial fluid. Fibrous joints lack this. Fibrous joints are found in between the vertebrae. Cartilage in is both joints. This can be hylaine or fibrocartilage. Both regenerate. The synovial fluid is rather slippery and allows easy movement in those joints. If this joint is suddenly and rapidly pulled, the fluid doesn't fill quickly and a "snapping" sound is heard.
Where is cartilage found in synovial joint?
on the epiphyses
Where cartilage is found at the elbow joint.why is the cartilage there?
Cartilage is found at the elbow joint so that the synovial fluid doesn't touches the ulna directly.
What type of cartilage is found within a synovial joint?
articular
What type of joint contains a joint cavity articular cartilage synovial membrane and ligaments?
synovial joints have synovial cavities
What does a synovial joint have between the bones?
hyaline cartilage
What type of cartilage covers the opposing bony surfaces in a synovial joint?
hyaline cartilage
Name the material which covers the ends of bone in a synovial joint?
cartilage
What is the main purpose of synovial fluid is?
Synovial fluid is the fluid found within synovial joints. It acts as a cushion to the joint. The synovial membrane secretes this fluid as a response to trauma, as it adds extra cushioning. in addition to this, the fluid reduces friction between the articular cartilage which coats the end of bones within a joint.
What is the outermost part of a synovial joint?
A typical synovial joint has a joint capsule, a synovial membrane, synovial fluid, a joint cavity, and articular cartilage. A joint capsule surrounds the joint, supporting and stabilizing it. The synovial membrane is within the joint capsule. This membrane closely surrounds the joint and forms a joint cavity. The synovial membrane secretes synovial fluid that lubricates the articular surfaces of the joint. In some joints, the synovial membrane extends outside the joint capsule to form a bursa. The bursa cushions the joint. Bursae are in the knee, elbow, shoulder, and hip. Articular cartilage covers the articular surfaces of synovial joints to prevent excess wear and tear as they move against each other.
What type of joint is found in the ribs?
Costochondral joint ( Costo- = Rib, Chondro- = Cartilage) - these joints 'articulate' the ribs with the costal cartilage of the thoracic wall. However, there is no movement between the two.The Structural Classification for this joint is; Cartilaginous (Synchodrosis).The Functional Classification for this joint is; Synarthrosis.
Where is cartilage found on a long bone?
It is found at either end of the long bones where it provides a shockabsorbance in the synovial joint capsule.
What tissues make up a joint?
Joints may be synovial (with a cavity) or fibrous. Synovial joints are filled with synovial fluid. Fibrous joints lack this. Fibrous joints are found in between the vertebrae. Cartilage in is both joints. This can be hylaine or fibrocartilage. Both regenerate. The synovial fluid is rather slippery and allows easy movement in those joints. If this joint is suddenly and rapidly pulled, the fluid doesn't fill quickly and a "snapping" sound is heard.
