Synovial Joints

What is the primary function of synovial fluid in a synovial joint?

• To provide nutrients to the bones

• To generate force for bone movement

• To act as a lubricant to reduce friction between bones

• To connect muscles to bones

What covers the end of the bones in a synovial joint?

• Articular cartilage

• Ligaments

• Tendons

• Synovial fluid

What type of joint is the hip joint?

• Gliding joint

• Ball and socket joint

• Pivot joint

• Hinge joint

What connects muscles to bones?

• Synovial fluid

• Cartilage

• Tendons

• Ligaments

What is the role of ligaments in a synovial joint?

• To cover the end of the bones

• To provide stability and prevent excess movement or dislocation

• To act as a lubricant

• To generate force for bone movement

What is the primary function of articular cartilage in a synovial joint?

• To connect muscles to bones

• To provide stability to the joint

• To reduce friction and absorb shock

• To produce synovial fluid

Which structure in a synovial joint secretes synovial fluid?

• Ligaments

• Synovial membrane

• Articular cartilage

• Tendons

What is the primary function of tendons in the musculoskeletal system?

• To connect bones to other bones

• To produce synovial fluid

• To connect muscles to bones

• To cover the ends of bones