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Questions
Differentiate between:
Tendon and Ligament
Distinguish between the following pair in one or two sentences for tendon and ligament.
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Solution
| Basis of Difference | Tendon | Ligament |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Joins skeletal muscle to bone. | Connects bone to bone. |
| Elasticity | Strong but relatively inelastic, with limited flexibility. | Strong and elastic. |
| Fibre composition | Mainly parallel bundles of collagen fibres. | Contains collagen fibres and elastic fibres. |
| Main function | Transfers the pull of a muscle to a bone. | Strengthens joints, allowing normal movement while limiting excessive movement. |
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