Year 10 - Joints Flashcards
1
Q
In a synovial joint what are the six types of joints?
A
Gliding, Ball and Socket, Hinge, Saddle, Condyloid, Pivot
2
Q
What is meant by “Gliding”?
A
Formed between bones that meet at a flat or nearly flat articular surface
3
Q
What is meant by “Ball and Socket”?
A
Found where rounded bone head articulates with a cup shaped cavity
4
Q
What is meant by “Hinge”?
A
Exist in the body and serves to allow motion primarily in one place
5
Q
What is meant by “Saddle”?
A
Occurs when concave and convex bones surfaces align
6
Q
What is meant by “Condyloid”?
A
Egg shaped bone known as condyle that fit into a similar shaped cavity
7
Q
What is meant by “Pivot”?
A
Allow rotation about an axis
