Small, Synovial Fluid-Filled Pockets in Connective Tissue are Called ________

Question

Small, synovial fluid-filled pockets in connective tissue are called ________.
A) tendons
B) intrinsic ligaments
C) fat pads
D) bursae
E) extrinsic ligaments

Accepted Answer

Small, synovial fluid-filled pockets in connective tissue are called bursae. Tendons are strong, fibrous bands that attach muscle to bone, intrinsic and extrinsic ligaments are fibrous bands that hold bones together, and fat pads provide cushioning between bones and other tissues.