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Synovial Joints

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Total cards: 8•Content version: v4•Public deck•Updated: 8/1/2026

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#1
Front (Question)

What is the Structure and Function of cartilage

Back (Answer)

S- Hard/ glossy consistency on ends of bones F- Prevents friction

#2
Front (Question)

What is the Structure and Function of ligaments

Back (Answer)

S- Very strong and slightly elastic F- Holds 2 ends of the bone together ensuring stability while moving

#3
Front (Question)

What is the Structure and Function of synovial membrane

Back (Answer)

S- lines the synovial joint F- produces synovial fluid

#4
Front (Question)

What is the Structure and Function of synovial fluid

Back (Answer)

S- thick white fluid F- reduces friction within the joint

#5
Front (Question)

What is the Structure and Function of joint capsule

Back (Answer)

S- fibrous with 2 layers F- protective layer around the joint

#6
Front (Question)

What is the Structure and Function of menisci

Back (Answer)

S- tough rubbery cartilage F- additional cartilage to stabilizes a joint (only in the knee)

#7
Front (Question)

What is the Structure and Function of pads of fat

Back (Answer)

S- closely packed fat cells F- acts as friction reducer

#8
Front (Question)

What is the Structure and Function of bursae

Back (Answer)

S- small sacs filled with fluid F- positioned to reduce friction between ligament, bone and skin