Joints and articulations Flashcards
1
Q
Define articulating bones
A
The bones that form a joint
2
Q
What type of joint is the shoulder?
A
Ball and socket
3
Q
What type of joint is the elbow?
A
Hinge
4
Q
What type of joint is the hip?
A
Ball and socket
5
Q
What type of joint is the knee?
A
Hinge
6
Q
What type of joint is the ankle?
A
Hinge
7
Q
What type of joint is the neck?
A
Pivot
8
Q
How many articulating bones from the neck?
A
2
9
Q
Name the articulating bones of the neck
A
Atlas and axis
10
Q
How many articulating bones form the shoulder?
A
2
11
Q
Name the articulating bones of the shoulder
A
Humerus and scapula
12
Q
Name the articulating bones of the elbow
A
Humerus, ulna and radius
13
Q
Name the articulating bones of the hip
A
Pelvis and femur
14
Q
Name the articulating bones of the knee
A
Femur and tibia
