IB Sports, exercise and health science B.1.2 Structure and Function of Connective Tissues and Joints Questionbank

What type of joint is shown in the image?

Based on the diagram and your understanding of training adaptations, which structure is most likely to exhibit increased collagen cross-linking and tensile strength after consistent resistance training?

Which specialized connective tissue acts as the mechanical link required to convert the tension produced by a contracting muscle into the actual displacement of a bone?

During a squat, the knee mainly performs flexion and extension. Which type of synovial joint is the knee?

The mechanical properties of connective tissues are related to their functions. The figure shows the ultimate tensile strength of four connective tissues. The table shows how much each tissue can stretch before failure (its extensibility).

Figure: Ultimate tensile strength of four connective tissues

Table: Extensibility of the connective tissues