Define the following terms:
$(i)$ Ligaments
(ii) Tendon
$(i)$ Ligaments
(ii) Tendon
(N/A) $(i)$ Ligaments: These are specialized connective tissues that connect one bone to another bone. They are highly elastic and provide stability to joints.
(ii) Tendon: These are dense regular connective tissues that attach skeletal muscles to bones. They are characterized by great strength and limited flexibility.
(ii) Tendon: These are dense regular connective tissues that attach skeletal muscles to bones. They are characterized by great strength and limited flexibility.
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