Select from the following vocabulary terms related to joints to fit the definitions.

-Connective tissue that binds muscles to bones
A)articular cartilage
B)articulation
C)bursa
D)ligament
E)suture joint
F)synovial cavity
G)synovial fluid
H)synovial joint
I)synovial membrane
J)tendon

Question

Select from the following vocabulary terms related to joints to fit the definitions.

-Connective tissue that binds muscles to bones
A)articular cartilage
B)articulation
C)bursa
D)ligament
E)suture joint
F)synovial cavity
G)synovial fluid
H)synovial joint
I)synovial membrane
J)tendon

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Tendons connect muscles to bones.

Answer: D 
 Ligaments connect bones to other bones.

Answer: C 
 Bursae are fluid-filled sacs located near joints that provide cushioning and reduce friction.

Answer: A 
 Articular cartilage is the smooth, white tissue that covers the ends of bones in a joint.

Answer: H 
 A synovial joint is a type of joint that allows for free movement and is surrounded by a joint capsule filled with synovial fluid.

Answer: G 
 Synovial fluid is a viscous, clear liquid that helps lubricate and protect the joints.

Answer: I 
 The synovial membrane is a thin layer of tissue that lines the joint capsule and produces synovial fluid.

Note: B (articulation) and E (suture joint) are not accurate definitions for any of the vocabulary terms listed.

Select from the Following Vocabulary Terms Related to Joints to Fit