Anatomical Tissue Types

Front

What is the flat layer of fibrous connective tissue that covers groups of muscles?

Back

Fascia

Front

What part of the muscle is the place where a muscle ends/stops at a joint?

Back

Insertion

Front

What part of the muscle is the place where a muscle starts at a joint?

Back

Origin

Front

What tissue is made of bundles that contract for movement?

Back

Muscle

Front

What connective tissue structure connects muscle to bone?

Back

Tendon

Front

What tissue helps us with feeling (sensory) or movement (motor)?

Back

Nerve

Front

What is the crescent shaped connective tissue found in knee that provides extra cushioning?

Back

Meniscus

Front

What tissue is tough elastic shock absorbing material that covers the ends of bones?

Back

Cartilage

Front

What saclike structure encloses the end of bones?

Back

Joint Capsule

Front

What connective tissue structure connects bone to bone?

Back

Ligament