ANATOMY
MUSCULOSKELETAL AND SOFT TISSUE
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Question
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____ connects muscle to bone.
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ligaments
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tendon
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cartilage
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -A tendon is a fibrous connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone. Tendons may also attach muscles to structures such as the eyeball. A tendon serves to move the bone or structure.
Detailed explanation-2: -Ligaments. Strong ligaments (tough, elastic bands of connective tissue) surround the joint to give support and limit the joint’s movement. Ligaments connect bones together.
Detailed explanation-3: -Tendons connect your muscles to your bones at the following points: Musculotendinous junction (MTJ): The point where the tendon attaches to your muscle. Note this is a frequent site of injury. Osteotendinous junction (OTJ): The point where the tendon attaches to your bone.
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