Terminology

Bones and muscles
Term Explanation
bone Hard and durable structures that protect and support the body. Made of bone cells.
cartilage A structure made of resilient tissue that is found between bones and vertebrae. 
nerve A structure that is made of nerve cells and transmits information through the body.
joint A structure that joins two bones together, making movement possible.
tendon A strong, cartilage-like tissue that connects bones with muscles.