1.2 -- synovial joints Flashcards
1
Q
pivot joint
A
rotating bone turns around an axis
2
Q
ball-and-socket joint
A
allow complete rotation to move in all directions
3
Q
saddle joint
A
allows grasping & rotation
4
Q
condyloid joint
A
synovial joint that does everything except rotating
5
Q
hinge joint
A
joint between bones that permits motion in only one plane
6
Q
plane joint
A
short slipping or gliding movements
7
Q
example of pivot joint
A
radius or ulna connection
8
Q
example of ball-and-socket joint
A
shoulder & hip
9
Q
example of saddle joint
A
thumb
10
Q
example of condyloid joint
A
wrist
11
Q
example of hinge joint
A
elbow & knee
12
Q
example of plane/gliding joint
A
the bones within the ankle & wrist
