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The site of attachment of a tendon to a fixed bone is called 

A

Origin of muscle

B

Aponeurosis

C

Insertion of muscle

D

Fascia

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To answer the question, "The site of attachment of a tendon to a fixed bone is called," we will analyze the options provided and determine the correct answer step by step. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Tendons**: - Tendons are fibrous connective tissues that attach muscles to bones. They play a crucial role in the movement of the skeletal system. 2. **Identifying the Terminology**: - We need to identify the correct term that describes the attachment of a tendon to a fixed bone. The options given are: - a) Origin of muscle - b) Aponeurosis - c) Insertion of muscle - d) Fascia 3. **Evaluating Each Option**: - **Option a: Origin of muscle**: - The origin of a muscle refers to the point where the muscle attaches to a stationary bone. This is not specifically about tendons but rather about muscle attachment. - **Option b: Aponeurosis**: - An aponeurosis is a type of tendon that is flat and sheet-like, connecting muscles to the parts they move. It can also refer to the attachment of a tendon to a fixed bone. - **Option c: Insertion of muscle**: - The insertion of a muscle is the point where the muscle attaches to the bone that it moves. This is the opposite of the origin. - **Option d: Fascia**: - Fascia is a connective tissue that surrounds muscles and organs, but it is not specifically related to the attachment of tendons to bones. 4. **Conclusion**: - After evaluating all the options, the correct answer is **b) Aponeurosis**. This term specifically refers to the site of attachment of a tendon to a fixed bone. ### Final Answer: The site of attachment of a tendon to a fixed bone is called **Aponeurosis**.
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