I WONDER - What Is A Joint? Me Pregunto - Qué Es Una Articulación?

Joints are crucial for movement, allowing us to bend and perform tasks. Without them, our bodies would be rigid. Joints contain cartilage for flexibility and are held together by ligaments, which are strong, fabric-like bands.

What is the primary function of joints in the human body?

• To provide strength

• To allow movement

• To store energy

• To produce blood cells

Which part of the body is likely to be a joint?

• The brain

• The elbow

• The liver

• The heart

What role does cartilage play in joints?

• It strengthens the bones

• It helps in flexible movement

• It connects muscles to bones

• It stores calcium

What are ligaments compared to in the video?

• Wooden sticks

• Metal rods

• Elastic bands

• Plastic tubes

What is the main function of ligaments in the joints?

• To produce cartilage

• To hold bones together

• To generate movement

• To protect the skin