Cartilage that forms at the end of long bones and functions to allow bones to slide past each other during movement is called ________.

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Hyaline cartilage is found at the end of long bones and functions to reduce friction and allow bones to move smoothly past each other. Elastic cartilage is found in the ears and fibrocartilage is found in areas such as the intervertebral discs. Bone is a different type of tissue altogether.

Cartilage That Forms at the End of Long Bones and Functions