Joint Classification - Cartilaginous

Question 1

primary (synchondroses; hyaline cartilaginous)

Answer 1

usually temporary to permit bone growth and typically fuse (e.g., epiphyseal plates); some do not (e.g., at the sternum and rib [costal cartilage])

Question 2

secondary (symphyses; fibrocartilaginous)

Answer 2

strong, slightly movable joints (e.g. intervertebral discs, pubic symphysis)