APPLIED RADIOLOGICAL ANATOMY

ANATOMY

MUSCULOSKELETAL AND SOFT TISSUE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is a tough, flexible connective tissue found in the musculoskeletal system that cushions joints and helps with movement?
A
Tendons
B
Ligaments
C
Cartilage
D
Joints
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Cartilage is a strong, flexible connective tissue that protects your joints and bones.

Detailed explanation-2: -Cartilage functions as a flexible but strong connective tissue that protects the bones and joints by reducing friction and working as a shock absorber.

Detailed explanation-3: -Cartilage is a connective tissue that is more flexible than bone. Bones are complex living structures that undergo growth and. development. A thin, tough membrane covers all of a bone except the ends.

Detailed explanation-4: -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-5: -Joints are held together and supported by tough bands of connective tissue called ligaments. Smooth cartilage prevents friction as the bones move against one another.

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