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It can be found between bones so they don't rub together!

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What are three places can cartilage be found?

It can be found in more than three places. But there are three types.Fibrous cartilage has a lot of collagen fibers and is found in the intervertebral discs and pubic symphysis.Hyaline cartilage is found in the embryonic skeleton, the end of long bones, costal cartilages, cartilage of the nose, trachea, and larynx.Elastic cartilage has elastic fibers in the matrix and it is found in the external ear and epiglottis.


Where is cartilage found?

The three places where cartilage is found is in the knee, ankle and elbow


Is there cartilage in the hip joint?

Fibrocartilage is the type of cartilage found in the sockets of the hips and shoulders. This is the strongest type of cartilage.


Where is elastic cartilage found?

Elastic Cartilage is found on the external ears and larynx.


What type of cartilage is found in the nose?

Hyaline Cartilage


Is there cartilage in the human hand?

Yes, cartilage is present in the human hand. It can be found in various locations such as the joints where it provides cushioning and support, particularly in places like the wrist and base of the thumb. Cartilage in the hand helps with smooth movement and flexibility of the fingers and thumb.


What systems is cartilage in?

The cartilage is found between all joints


What is the cartilage pad found in the knee joint?

Articular cartilage.


What system is the cartilage in?

The cartilage is found between all joints


What is the soft and rubbery thing at the end of your nose?

Cartilage. It also makes up your ears and is found in your joints.


Where can cartilage be found?

Cartilage can be found in a variety of places throughout the body including the articular surface of the bones, the rib cage, the ears, the nose, the bronchial tubes and the intervertebral discs.Cartilage is located between bones to cushion and lubricate movement. It is also found at the ends of bones like the nose, and in other parts of the body where you need stiffening without bones, like in the ears. Many animals have an entire skeleton made of cartilage instead of bone, like sharks.


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.