Joints and Ligaments
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What is the defining feature of synovial joints?

  • The articulating bones are joined by hyaline cartilage or fibrocartilage.
  • The articulating bones are separated by a fluid-filled space called the joint cavity. (correct)
  • The articulating bones are connected by fibrous connective tissue.
  • The articulating bones have limited or no movement between them.

    • Which type of joint allows for the most movement between bones?

  • Fibrous joints
  • All joint types allow the same amount of movement.
  • Cartilaginous joints
  • Synovial joints (correct)

    • Which of the following is an example of a fibrous joint?

  • Synovial joint in the thoracic limb
  • Sutures of the skull (correct)
  • Pelvic symphysis
  • Intervertebral disc

    • What is the defining feature of cartilaginous joints?

    <p>The articulating bones are joined by hyaline cartilage or fibrocartilage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a cartilaginous joint?

    <p>Intervertebral disc</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which joint type is the only example of a mobile peg-and-socket joint?

    <p>Gomphosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an accessory structure associated with synovial joints?

    <p>Intervertebral disc</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the closure of sutures in the skull is correct?

    <p>Sutures gradually close as the animal ages, forming immobile joints.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a defining feature of synovial joints?

    <p>Articulating bones covered by articular cartilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a meniscus?

    <p>To allow for smoother connection between articulating bone ends</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following joints connects the scapula and humerus in dogs?

    <p>Scapulohumeral (shoulder) joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In horses, which joint is located between the metatarsus and phalanges?

    <p>Metatarsophalangeal joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of connective tissue are ligaments composed of?

    <p>Tough fibrous connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following joints connects the sacrum and ilium in horses?

    <p>Sacroiliac joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the synovial membrane?

    <p>To produce synovial fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following joints is located between adjacent vertebrae in dogs and horses?

    <p>Joints between articular processes of vertebrae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the defining feature of fibrous joints?

    <p>Designed for limited or no movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a synovial joint?

    <p>Intervertebral disc</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In synovial joints, the articulating bones are separated by a fluid-filled space called:

    <p>Joint cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a fibrous mobile peg-and-socket joint?

    <p>Teeth in sockets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of joint is designed for some restricted motion and is joined by hyaline or fibrocartilage?

    <p>Cartilaginous joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The roots of the teeth fitting into sockets in the mandible and maxilla represent an example of:

    <p>Gomphosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the defining feature of synovial joints?

    <p>'Movable joints separated by a fluid-filled space'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Joined by hyaline cartilage or fibrocartilage' is a characteristic of which type of joint?

    <p>'Cartilaginous joint'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following joints in the horse connects the femur and tibia?

    <p>Stifle joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of ligaments in synovial joints?

    <p>To connect bones and provide joint stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following joints in the dog connects the radius and carpus?

    <p>Carpal joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about synovial joints is incorrect?

    <p>They lack a fibrous joint capsule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which joint of the horse is a meniscus found?

    <p>Stifle joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the synovial fluid in synovial joints?

    <p>To lubricate the joint and reduce friction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following joints in the horse connects the tarsus and metatarsus?

    <p>Tarsal joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following joints in the dog connects the scapula and humerus?

    <p>Scapulohumeral joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the synovial fluid in synovial joints?

    <p>To provide lubrication and reduce friction between the articulating bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of joint is the only example of a mobile peg-and-socket joint?

    <p>Gomphosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following joints in the horse connects the femur and tibia?

    <p>Stifle joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the defining feature of cartilaginous joints?

    <p>Joined by hyaline cartilage or fibrocartilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a cartilaginous joint?

    <p>Pelvic symphysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of connective tissue are ligaments composed of?

    <p>Dense regular connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following joints in the dog connects the radius and carpus?

    <p>Carpal joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an accessory structure associated with synovial joints?

    <p>Bursae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of connective tissue is the synovial membrane lined by in synovial joints?

    <p>Areolar connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a function of the synovial fluid in synovial joints?

    <p>Acting as a shock absorber</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In synovial joints, what is the function of the fibrous joint capsule?

    <p>Stabilizing the joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure in a synovial joint connects bones to each other or to cartilage?

    <p>Ligament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a fibrocartilage disc (meniscus) in a synovial joint?

    <p>Absorb shock and distribute force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of joint allows for smooth connection between articulating ends of bones?

    <p>Cartilaginous joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of ligaments in synovial joints?

    <p>Stabilize the joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an accessory structure for enhancing joint stability in synovial joints?

    <p>'Peg-and-socket' disc</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure in a synovial joint lines the fibrous joint capsule and produces synovial fluid?

    <p>Synovial membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the articular cartilage in synovial joints?

    <p>To allow smooth movement between bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following joints in the horse connects the femur and the patella?

    <p>Stifle joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following structures is not an accessory structure associated with synovial joints?

    <p>Tendons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the horse, which joint connects the metatarsus and the first phalanx?

    <p>Metatarsophalangeal joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the synovial fluid in synovial joints?

    <p>To lubricate and reduce friction between articulating surfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following joints in the dog connects the scapula and the humerus?

    <p>Scapulohumeral joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of connective tissue are ligaments composed of?

    <p>Fibrous connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a feature of synovial joints?

    <p>Bones are joined by hyaline cartilage or fibrocartilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the synovial fluid in synovial joints?

    <p>To provide lubrication and reduce friction between articulating surfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following joints in the dog connects the scapula and humerus?

    <p>Shoulder joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of ligaments in synovial joints?

    <p>To stabilize and reinforce the joint by connecting bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following joints in the horse connects the femur and tibia?

    <p>Stifle joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of joint is designed for limited or no movement between bones?

    <p>Fibrous joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a meniscus in a synovial joint?

    <p>To act as a shock absorber and distribute weight evenly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following joints connects the sacrum and ilium in horses?

    <p>Sacroiliac joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

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