7. Joints Flashcards
1
Q
What are joints
A
sites of articulations of bones
2
Q
What are the functions of joints
A
o Hold bones together
o Allow for mobility
3
Q
joints are classified by either their structure or function.
A
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4
Q
Functionally
A
o immovable
o slightly movable
o freely movable joints
5
Q
Structurally
A
o Fibrous joints (Generally immovable)
o Cartilaginous joints (Immovable or slightly moveable)
o Synovial joints (Freely moveable)
6
Q
Fixed joints
A
Like the sutures in the skull
7
Q
Cartilaginous joints
A
Between the vertebrae
8
Q
Synovial joints
A
Like the synovium. Between long bones
