Describe the accessory structures of complex synovial joints and identify their functions

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Accessory structures include bursae, which are pockets filled with synovial fluid that reduce friction and absorb shocks; fat pads, which protect the articular cartilage; menisci, which are fibrocartilage articular discs that allow for variation in the shapes of the articulating surfaces; ligaments, which are cords of fibrous tissue that support, strengthen, and reinforce the joint; and tendons, which pass across or around a joint, limit the range of motion, and provide mechanical support.

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