Synovial fluid; __________.a. is a double layer of tissue that encloses a joint b. lines the joint everywhere except over the articular cartilage c. is a thin lubricating film covering the surface of a joint
Each synovial joint has a fibrous capsule surrounding the joint, which helps hold the bones together, along with the ligaments (which join bone to bone) and tendons (which join muscle to bone)
The joint capsule is lined by the synovial membrane, which manufactures the synovial fluid
The synovial fluid is located within the joint cavity of a synovial joint and has three primary functions: Lubrication
, nutrient distribution and shock absorption
