The Musculoskeletal System
The musculoskeletal system is made up of the soft tissue and bones in the body.
The musculoskeletal system is made up of the soft tissue and bones in the body.
Below are the basic parts of the musculoskeletal system.
- Bones: the load-bearing structure of the body.
- Muscles: tissues that contract to create movement.
- Tendons: tissue that connects muscles to bones.
- Ligaments: tissue that connects bones to bones.
- Cartilage: tissue that provides cushioning and reduces friction between bones.
- Nerves: the communication system that links muscles, tendons, and other tissue with the brain.
- Blood vessels: tubes that circulate nutrients throughout the body.
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2-2. _____ are tissue that connects bones to bones.
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