Chapter 5 Pt 4 Flashcards
(18 cards)
Synarthrotic joints allow for
No movement
Amphiarthrotic joints allow for
Little movement with pressure
Diarthrotic joints allow for
Free (easy) movement
The pubic symphysis is an example of a
Cartilaginous joint
In a synovial joint, bones are connected with
A joint capsule filled with synovial fluid
The Sagittal suture in the skull is a
Fibrous joint
The symphysis joint is a
Cartilaginous joint
The inside of synovial joints are lined with _____ that secrete a fluid
Synovial membrane
_____ are often found in or around synovial joints to prevent excessive movement of the joint.
Ligaments
In a fibrous joint, bones are connected with
Dense connective tissue
____ covers and protects the ends of the bones within the joint capsule
Articular cartilage
A tooth in the maxilla is an example of a
Gomphosis joint
A _____ is a protective, fluid-filled sac associated with joints or superficial bones
Bursa
A ____ is a disc-shaped pad of fibrocartilage that absorbs shock within the joint
Meniscus
Which of the following joints allows for rotation around a fixed axis?
Pivot
_____ is a degeneration of the articular cartilages of synovial joints
Arthritis
____ is a reduction in bone mass associated with aging
Osteoporosis
_____ occurs when the intervertebral disk distorts and moves out of place
A herniated disk
