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Which is found in the outer ear and in some joints where it acts as a cushion?
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cartiledge!
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The connection tissue that cushions the verebrate and felxiablity to joints are known as?
Cartilage. It acts just like a cushion!
Why is it important to have articular cartilage at the ends of long bones?
Articular cartilage is found on the end of long bones where they meet other bones and this helps cushion the long bones from impact. It can withstand enormous compressive forces and forms a smooth, shiny surface which helps decrease friction within a joint.
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.
Does the dorsal musculature of the body act to extend joints?
Yes, the doral musculature of the body acts to extend joints. For instance, the triceps extends the arms, and the paraspinal muscles extend the spine.
What is the outer layer of a cell that acts as a gatekeeper to a cell?
Cell Membrane
What is a saclike structure that is found around or near saome joints and acts like a cushion?
it is called the bursa
The connection tissue that cushions the verebrate and felxiablity to joints are known as?
Cartilage. It acts just like a cushion!
Articular cartilage found at the end of the long bones serves to?
Cushion the bones from impact. Articular cartilage acts as a thin shock absorber.
Acts as a cushion at a joint?
cartilage
What is the function of menisci?
It acts as a cushion.
What anatomical structure acts as a shock absorber and a cushion between the femur and tibia?
The meniscus acts as a shock absorber and cushion between the femur and tibia. It's the cartilage in the knee.
What acts as a cushion at a joint?
Cartilage muscle
How does water act as your body's shock cushion?
Water acts as a cushion by distributing the shock over a larger surface area
What is the use of the cartilage?
Cartilage is a flexible yet firm connective tissue that has different forms in different areas of the body. It is found between joints, in the ear, and in the nose. Cartilage acts as shock absorber by cushioning the joints.
Does the cartilage reduce friction between bones?
Yes, it does, since it acts as a cushion between the bones
Why are freely movable joints called synovial joints?
Because they are surrounded by a capsule which contains synovial fluid, which acts as a lubricant.
What is important joints because it acts as a shock absorber?
Cartilage is important in joint because it acts as a shock absorber.
