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What is the difference between ligament and tendon? What are their functions?

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  • Two bones can be connected to each other by a type of connective tissue called the ligament. This tissue is very elastic. It has considerable strength. Ligaments contain very little matrix and connect bones with bones.
  • Tendons connect muscles to bones and are another type of connective tissue. Tendons are fibrous tissue with great strength but limited flexibility.

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