In a synovial joint, the synovial membrane:
A)lines the joint capsule
B)covers the articular cartilage
C)both A and B
D)both A and B and prevents friction

Name: In a synovial joint, the synovial membrane: A)lines the joint capsule B)covers the articular cartilage C)both A and B D)both A and B and prevents friction
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The synovial membrane lines the joint capsule but does not cover the articular cartilage; its main function is to produce synovial fluid for lubrication, not to prevent friction directly.

In a Synovial Joint, the Synovial Membrane