Which connective tissue structure attaches skeletal muscle to bone in domestic mammals?
Correct answer: B. Tendon
- A. Ligament
- B. Tendon
- C. Articular cartilage
- D. Joint capsule
Explanation
A tendon transmits the force of a skeletal muscle to its bony attachment. Ligaments connect bone to bone, while articular cartilage and joint capsules are components of synovial joints.
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