Synovial Knee Joint Structures and Functions

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Femur

Upper leg (thigh) bone forming the superior part of the knee joint

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Tibia

Lower leg bone forming the inferior part of the knee joint

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Articular (hyaline) cartilage

Lines the articulating bone surfaces; cushions and reduces friction between bones

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Joint (synovial) cavity

Space between the articulating bones that contains synovial fluid

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Synovial fluid

Lubricates the joint cavity and reduces friction during movement

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Fibrous capsule (articular capsule)

Outer layer enclosing and stabilizing the joint

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Ligament

Reinforces the joint capsule, connecting bone to bone