Why cartilage cannot handle shear stress very well


Problem 1: Tendons and ligaments are made of similar materials yet tendons handle tensile stresses better than ligaments. Why is this?

Problem 2: As we have covered the course, cartilage can handle high compressive stresses. Note the mechanical composition of cartilage. Why is it that cartilage cannot handle shear stress very well?

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