Joints and Muscles

Question 1

Fibrous joint

Answer 1

held together by
fibrous connective tissue that is
rich in collagen fibers. No
synovial cavity

Question 2

Cartilaginous joint

Answer 2

held together by
cartilage. No synovial cavity.
Example: pubic symphysis

Question 3

Synovial joint

Answer 3

presence of a
synovial cavity, held together by
dens irregular connective tissue
(articular capsule). Most joints in
the body

Question 4

Synarthroses

Answer 4

immovable joints

Question 5

Amphiarthroses

Answer 5

slightly movable
eg distal tibia-fibular joint

Question 6

Diarthroses

Answer 6

freely moveable
joints – have a synovial cavity –
most joints