6. Give the locations and functions of
the
following:
(a) Tendons
(c) Cartilage
(d) Bone
(b) Ligament
Answers
Answer:
Tendon connect bone to muscle
cartilage ensures that bones move smoothly
Bone provide structure to human body
ligament connect bone to bone
Answer:
A.Fibrous connective tissue - Fibrous connective tissue, which is composed of parallel bundles of collagen fibers, is found in the dermis, tendons, and ligaments.They include tendons and ligaments.
B.Cartilage - Cartilage is an important structural component of the body. It is a firm tissue but is softer and much more flexible than bone. Cartilage is a connective tissue found in many areas of the body including: Joints between bones e.g. the elbows, knees and ankles.
C.Bones are more than just the scaffolding that holds the body together. Bones come in all shapes and sizes and have many roles. In this article, we explain their function, what they are made of, and the types of cells involved.
D. ligament connected bone to bone