Articular/Hyaline Cartilage - Hard, smooth and white in colour, covers the ends of bones where they move against each other to avoid friction., Ligaments - Hold together the ends of bones to ensure stability when moving. They are very strong and slightly elastic., Synovial Membrane - Layer lining the synovial joint that contains the synovial fluid. The synovial membrane will secrete the synovial fluid., Synovial Fluid - A thick, white fluid that helps to reduce friction at a joint., Menisci - Pads of tissue that lie between the cartilage and sit within synovial fluid. They act as shock absorbers, reducing impact on the bone ends., Pads of fat - Also known as friction reducers., Bursae - Small sacs filled with fluid. They are located where skin, bones or ligaments could cause friction., Joint capsules - Are on the protective layers around a joint.,

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