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Synovial Membrane Special Tissue Lining Joint Capsule Responsible

Front What is the synovial membrane?
Back This is special tissue on the inner lining of the joint capsule that is responsible for making a thick lubricant called synovial fluid. This fluid allows the ends of bones to glide over each other as opposed to grating.

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