Chapter 9

Question 1

This functional classification of joints are immovable joints.

Answer 1

synarthroses

Question 2

This functional classification of joints are slightly movable joints

Answer 2

Amphiarthroses

Question 3

This functional classification of joints include freely movable joints

Answer 3

Diarthroses

Question 4

Which structural classification adjoins bones united by collagenic fibers?

Answer 4

Fibrous

Question 5

Which structural class of joint adjoin bones united by cartilage?

Answer 5

Cartilaginous

Question 6

Which structural class of joints adjoin bones separated by a joint cavity, covered with articular cartilgage, and enclosed within an articular capusule lined with _____ membrane?

Answer 6

Synovial Joints

Question 7

What are the (3) types of Fibrous joints and what are their mobilities?

Answer 7

1. Suture (short fibers): Immobile (synarthrosis)
2. Syndesmosis (longer fibers): Slightly mobile (amphiarthrosis) and immobile
3. Gomphosis (periodontal ligament): Immobile

Question 8

What are the (2) types of cartilaginous joints and their mobilities?

Answer 8

1. Synchondrosis (hyaline cartilage): Immobile
2. Symphysis (fibrocartilage): Slightly mobile

Question 9

What are the 6 types of Synovial joints

Answer 9

1. Plane
2. Hinge
3. Pivot
4. Condyloid
5. Saddle
6. Ball and socket

All are freely movable (diarthrosis); movements depend on design of joint