Question

explain the functions of body structures
tendons in the shoulder girdle and other parts of
the appendicular skeleton are
○ tubes that carry blood throughout the body.
○ connective tissues that attach muscle to
bone.
× hard, sturdy structures that provide support
and structure to the body.
○ threadlike structures that transmit electrical
signals throughout the body.

Explanation:

To determine the function of tendons in the shoulder girdle and appendicular skeleton, we analyze each option:

• Option 1: Tubes carrying blood are blood vessels (arteries/veins), not tendons. Eliminate.
• Option 2: Tendons are connective tissues that attach muscle to bone. This matches their definition.
• Option 3: Hard, sturdy structures providing support are bones, not tendons. Eliminate.
• Option 4: Threadlike structures transmitting electrical signals are neurons, not tendons. Eliminate.

Answer:

The correct option is the second one: "connective tissues that attach muscle to bone." (Note: Since the options' identifiers (like A, B, C, D) aren't visible, but based on the text, the option with "connective tissues that attach muscle to bone" is the correct choice.)