7 Questions
What type of joint allows only slight gliding movement due to its flat articular surfaces?
Plane joint
In which joint configuration do bones allow movement on one axis?
Hinge joint
Which type of joint has two distinct convex surfaces that articulate with two concave surfaces?
Ellipsoid joint
What type of joint allows flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, and a small amount of rotation?
Condyloid joint
Which joint has one articular surface that is partly convex and partly concave?
Saddle joint
What type of joint allows one bone to act as an axis while the other forms a circle around this axis?
Pivot joint
Which joint type has elliptical convex surfaces articulating with elliptical concave surfaces?
Ellipsoid joint
Test your knowledge on the different types of joints found in the human body, including primary cartilaginous joints and secondary cartilaginous joints. Learn about examples such as the epiphyseal plates, pubic symphysis, and intervertebral discs.
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