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What is the name of the material that covers the end of bones to reduce friction at joint?

The material that covers the end of bones to reduce friction at joints is called articular cartilage. This smooth, slippery tissue helps cushion the ends of bones and allows them to move smoothly against each other in the joint.


Bones in your joints are covered with a smooth and slippery material called?

cartilage. Cartilage helps to reduce friction between bones in the joint and allows for smooth and painless movement.


Does Articular cartilage increase friction between bones?

Cartilage in joints REDUCE friction.


Does the cartilage reduce friction between bones?

Yes, it does, since it acts as a cushion between the bones


Why don't we have friction between our bones?

We have cartilage between our bones at joints which helps to reduce friction and allows for smooth movement. Additionally, synovial fluid in the joints provides lubrication, further reducing friction between bones.


What tissue on bones end that absorbs shocks and reduce friction?

Cartilage


Is cartilage slippery?

because it needs to be able to reduce friction between bones


What is the name of the structures that are on the ends of bones to reduce friction where they articulate with other bones?

our joints, which are made up of mainly cartilage.


What provides a smooth slippery surface over bones to help reduce friction?

cartilage


What covers the joint surfaces of long bones?

Articular cartilage covers the joint surfaces of long bones. It is a smooth, slippery tissue that helps reduce friction and allows for smooth joint movement.


Which tissues covers the ends of the bones at the joint?

Hyaline cartilage covers the ends of bones in many joints. It provides a slippery surface to reduce friction during bone movement.


What are the connective tissue sacs that reduce friction?

Bursae are the connective tissue sacs that reduce friction between tissues such as tendons and bones. They are filled with fluid to lubricate and cushion the joints during movement.