Synovial Joints Anatomy
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Which structure acts like a lubricant to reduce friction in synovial joints?

  • Synovial membrane (correct)
  • Articular (hyaline) cartilage
  • Fibrous capsule
  • Periosteum

What is the function of the articular cartilage in synovial joints?

  • Connects bones to bones
  • Produces synovial fluid
  • Acts as a shock absorber
  • Caps the ends of the bones (correct)

Which type of ligaments are located inside the fibrous capsule of synovial joints?

  • Intracapsular ligaments
  • Capsular or intrinsic ligaments (correct)
  • Medial collateral ligaments
  • Extracapsular ligaments

What is a common sport injury that involves tearing of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)?

<p>ACL tear (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the tibial collateral ligament located in relation to the articular capsule of a synovial joint?

<p>External to the articular capsule (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which structure consists of an outer fibrous capsule and an inner synovial membrane in a synovial joint?

<p>Articular capsule (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the menisci in the knee joint?

<p>To improve the fit of the joint and minimize wear and tear (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following structures is responsible for reducing friction where tendons, ligaments, and muscles rub together in a joint?

<p>Tendon sheaths (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which ligament in the knee joint connects the femur to the tibia and helps stabilize the joint?

<p>Tibial collateral ligament (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in the knee joint?

<p>To prevent excessive forward movement of the tibia relative to the femur (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common injury to the knee joint?

<p>Meniscus tear (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To reduce friction where bones, tendons, ligaments, and muscles rub together (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of joint is the fibula-tibia ligament part of?

<p>Synovial (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a function of the interosseous membrane between the tibia and fibula?

<p>To provide stability and limit excessive lateral movement of the ankle (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of cartilaginous joint?

<p>Synarthrotic joint (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the fibrocartilaginous intervertebral discs?

<p>To provide shock absorption and distribute compressive forces along the spine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of ligament found in the knee joint?

<p>Collateral ligament (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the synovial membrane in a synovial joint?

<p>To produce synovial fluid and reduce friction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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