8. Joints
Classification of Joints
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- Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements is false?
1754views55rank1comments - Multiple ChoiceAll joints of the limbs are classified as __________ joints.1686views1rank
- Multiple ChoiceWhy are there NO blood vessels inside the joint cavity of synovial joints?2073views6rank
- Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is a condylar joint?1829views4rank
- Textbook Question
Match the key terms to the appropriate descriptions.
Key:
a. fibrous joints
b. cartilaginous joints
c. synovial joints
_____ (1) exhibit a joint cavity
_____ (2) types are sutures and syndesmoses
_____ (3) bones connected by collagen fibers
_____ (4) types include synchondroses and symphyses
_____ (5) all are diarthrotic
_____ (6) many are amphiarthrotic
_____ (7) bones connected by a disc of hyaline cartilage or fibrocartilage
_____ (8) nearly all are synarthrotic
_____ (9) shoulder, hip, jaw, and elbow joints
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Anatomical characteristics shared by all synovial joints include all except:
a. Articular cartilage
b. A joint cavity
c. An articular capsule
d. Presence of fibrocartilage
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The description 'Articular surfaces deep and secure; capsule heavily reinforced by ligaments and muscle tendons; extremely stable joint' best describes
a. The elbow joint
b. The hip joint
c. The knee joint
d. The shoulder joint
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Define joint.
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