Physical Education GCSE

Cartilage

What Cartilage means in Physical Education GCSE, as defined for OCR.

Definition of Cartilage

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A smooth, slightly compressible tissue covering the ends of bones at a joint that reduces friction between the articulating surfaces and absorbs some shock.

OCR · 1.1.a. The structure and function of the skeletal system - Other components of joints

Topics that use Cartilage

1.1.a. The structure and function of the skeletal system - Other components of joints (OCR GCSE)

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