Which gel-like substance helps to lubricate the movement of joints?
Articular cartilage
Bursae
Synovial fluid
Which two bones connect at the shoulder?
Scapula and sternum
Scapula and humerus
Humerus and sternum
Which type of joint allows for flexion, extension, abduction and adduction?
Pivot
Hinge
Ball and socket
In which part of a bone are blood cells produced?
Bone marrow
Ends of bones
Cartilage
Which function of the skeleton is most relevant during a powerful tackle in rugby?
Protection
Mineral storage
Blood cell production
Which type of connective tissue helps to stabilise the ankle joint during the dynamic movements of a badminton match?
Ligaments
Which of the folowing joints is an example of a hinge joint?
Hip
Shoulder
Ankle
Which kind of joint movement describes the movement of a limb in a circle such as an overarm tennis serve?
Flexion
Circumduction
Rotation
Which shock-absorbing structure lines the end of bones that connect at synovial joints?
Synovial capsule
Which two muscles flex and extend the knee joint?
Biceps and triceps
Gastrocnemius and hamstrings
Quadriceps and hamstrings