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What is the primary component of tendons by weight?
Type I Collagen
What is the main function of paratenon in the tendon structure?
Decreases friction
What characterizes the direct insertion of tendon to bone (osteotendinous junction)?
Mineralized fibrocartilage
What is the primary component of ligaments by weight?
Type I Collagen
What does the joint capsule primarily consist of by weight?
Type I Collagen
Test your knowledge of the composition of tendons, ligaments, and joint capsules. Learn about the water content, collagen, elastin, and proteoglycan composition of these connective tissues.
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