Joints Flashcards
1
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Cartilaginous Joints
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Joints with a layer of cartilage between bones
2
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Synovial Joints
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Joints with a layer of synovial fluid between bones
3
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Bursi
A
Sacs of synovial fluid
4
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Hinge joint
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Synovial joints; elbow, knee
Capable of flexion and extension
5
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Pivot joints
A
Synovial joints; radio-ulnar joint
Capable of supination and pronation
6
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Ball and socket joint
A
Synovial joints; hip and shoulder
Capable of flexion and extension, abduction and adduction
Medial and lateral rotation
7
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Fibrous Joints
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Highly immovable joints connected by dense fibrous connective tissue
