2006-11-05 02:54:03 · 3 answers · asked by rockchic_ashlee 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology
Actually, cartilage itself is a type of framework connective tissue. It serves as a framework for parts that need to be flexible, such as ears. It also serves as an excellent embryonic skeleton because cartilage can be replaced by bone through cartilage replacement ossification. Ligaments connect bones to bones, not cartilage, and synovial fluid keeps joints from grinding against one another
2006-11-05 03:17:42 · answer #1 · answered by boomer sooner 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Keeps the bones attached to each other and stops them from grinding against each other whenever a joint moves.
2006-11-05 11:03:47 · answer #2 · answered by TheOnlyBeldin 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It softens the bone-on-bone friction of the knee area.
2006-11-05 11:19:21 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋