GENERAL HISTOLOGY

CARTILAGE

TYPES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A synovial membrane
A
is very thick with many layers of cells
B
secretes serous fluid
C
secretes mucus
D
secretes synovial fluid
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Synovial fluid (SF) is the viscous liquid in the synovial cavity and is secreted by the synovial membrane. Its function is to reduce friction between the articular cartilages of the synovial joint during movement. It is a dialysate from plasma to which components produced locally by joint tissue is added.

Detailed explanation-2: -Hyaluronic acid provides the high viscosity of synovial fluid and, with water, its lubricating properties.

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