Define pumice. pumice synonyms, pumice pronunciation, pumice translation, English dictionary definition of pumice. n. A light, porous, glassy lava, used in solid form as an abrasive and in powdered form as a polish and an abrasive. tr.v. pumÂ·iced , pumÂ·icÂ·ing , pumÂ·icÂ·es...
Articular cartilage is a white, smooth tissue which covers the ends of bones in joints. It enables bones of a joint to easily glide over one another with very little friction. This establishes easy movement.Many areas of the body can contain this kind of cartilage.rticular cartilage is a white, smooth tissue which covers the ends of bones in joints. It enables bones of a joint to easily glide over one another with very little friction. This establishes easy movement.
Articular  cartilage is found on the end of long bones where they meet other  bones and this helps cushion the long bones from impact. It can  withstand enormous compressiv â¦ e forces and forms a smooth, shiny  surface which helps decrease friction within a joint.. 2 people found this useful.rticular  cartilage is found on the end of long bones where they meet other  bones and this helps cushion the long bones from impact. It can  withstand enormous compressiv â¦ e forces and forms a smooth, shiny  surface which helps decrease friction within a joint. . 2 people found this useful.