Skeletal system 4.5 / 5 based on 3 ratings ? Physical EducationSkeletal system - bones and jointsGCSEOCR Created by: Jonathan SpellerCreated on: 04-04-17 14:56 Cartilage Connective tissue forms cushions between bones to stop them rubbing. 1 of 10 Ligaments Connective tissue that is like very strong string that holds bones together. 2 of 10 Tendons Connective tissue that attaches muscles to bones (or to other muscles) 3 of 10 Hinge joints Have a small ROM, flexion and extension. E.g. knees and elbows 4 of 10 Ball and socket joint Move in all directions (big ROM) Allows all 5 joint movements. E.g. hips and shoulders 5 of 10 Extension Opening a joint 6 of 10 Flexion closing a joint 7 of 10 Adduction Moving towards an imaginary centre line. 8 of 10 Abduction Moving away from a imaginary centre line. 9 of 10 Rotation Turning limb clockwise or anticlockwise 10 of 10
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