Synovial joint structure and function
I can identify and describe the features of a synovial joint and explain how they prevent injury.
Synovial joint structure and function
I can identify and describe the features of a synovial joint and explain how they prevent injury.
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Key learning points
- Each feature of a synovial joint has a different function.
- The cartilage and synovial fluid allow a joint to move freely.
- The joint capsule and ligaments help prevent dislocation.
- Hinge and ball and socket joints allow different types of movement.
Keywords
Synovial joint - an area where two or more bones meet within a joint capsule and allow a wide range of movement to occur
Synovial fluid - fluid secreted by the synovial membrane which lubricates the joint
Cartilage - a tough, elastic, fibrous connective tissue that covers the ends of bones to prevent wear and tear
Ligaments - a short band of tough and flexible tissue connecting bone to bone to stabilise the joint
Tendons - a tough yet flexible band of fibrous tissue which joins muscle to bone
Common misconception
There can be confusion between the role of ligaments and tendons.
Ligaments connect bone to bone to stabilise a joint whereas tendons attach muscle to bone to enable movement.
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
providing a rigid shell around vital organs
connecting to muscles enabling leverage at joints
creating blood cells within the bone marrow
Exit quiz
6 Questions
secretes synovial fluid
attaches bone to bone
encloses and supports the joint