Asked by Saphire Page-Mosier on Jul 23, 2024
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A strap of dense connective tissue that connects a skeletal muscle to bone is a(n) ____, while one that connects bone to bone at a joint is a(n) ____.
A) tendon; ligament
B) ligament; tendon
C) cartilage; tendon
D) ligament; cartilage
E) tendon; cartilage
Tendon
Strap of dense connective tissue that connects a skeletal muscle to bone.
Ligament
Strap of dense connective tissue that holds bones together at a joint.
Connective Tissue
Animal tissue with an extensive extracellular matrix; provides structural and functional support.
- Acquire knowledge on the configuration and purpose of the human skeletal system.
- Enumerate the types of muscles and their specific functions in the human anatomy.
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Kirsty CarpenterJul 24, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
A tendon connects a skeletal muscle to bone, while a ligament connects bone to bone at a joint.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on the configuration and purpose of the human skeletal system.
- Enumerate the types of muscles and their specific functions in the human anatomy.