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The function of a ligament is to connect a. cartilage to bone.b. bone to bone.c. bone to muscle.d. muscle to muscle.

Human Biology (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305112100

Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Publisher:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Chapter5: The Skeletal System

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 9SQ

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The function of a ligament is to connect
a. cartilage to bone.
b. bone to bone.
c. bone to muscle.
d. muscle to muscle.

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