Muscle is attached to bone by which of the following methods?

Muscle is attached to bone primarily through tendons and aponeurosis. Tendons are strong, fibrous connective tissues that connect muscles to bones, enabling the transfer of force from muscle contraction to facilitate movement at joints. They are structurally designed to withstand the tension produced during muscle contractions.

Aponeurosis is a flat, sheet-like fibrous tissue that serves a similar function as tendons but is typically broader and can attach multiple muscles to bone or connect muscle to other structures. This broad attachment can be particularly effective in distributing force over a larger area, providing stability as well as movement.

Ligaments, while also connective tissues, serve a different purpose; they connect bones to other bones at joints, providing stability and support but not directly linking muscles to bones. Cartilage serves as a cushion between bones and can aid in joint movement but does not serve to attach muscles. Synovial membranes are involved in the production of synovial fluid to lubricate joints and do not function in the attachment of muscles to bones. Thus, the connection between muscles and bones through tendons and aponeurosis is crucial for facilitating movement and maintaining musculoskeletal integrity.