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प्रश्न
What is the difference between ligament and tendon? What are their functions?
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उत्तर
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Ligament |
Tendon |
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Structure |
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1. Ligament connects two or more bones together. |
1. Tendon connects muscle to a bone. |
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2. They are elastic. |
2. They are inelastic. |
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3. They are arranged freely. |
3. They are arranged in bundles. |
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4. They are formed of yellow or elastic fibres. |
4. They are formed of white or collagen fibres. |
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Function |
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1. They help to stabilize joints. |
1. They carry tensile forces from muscle to bone. |
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2. Prevent dislocation |
2. Attach muscles to portions of the skeleton. |
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