Joints, Tendons, Ligaments, & Connective Tissues

Question 1

What is the purpose of joints?

Answer 1

Point of movement, absorption of impact

Question 2

What are the types of joints?

Answer 2

Fibrous/fixed, cartilaginous, and synovial

Question 3

Fibrous/fixed joints

Answer 3

Allow for growth of bones, movement decreases with age. (Ex. Skull, cannon, splint bones)

Question 4

Cartilaginous joints

Answer 4

Allows for minimal movement, may ossify with age. (Ex. Pelvis and growth plates)

Question 5

Synovial joints

Answer 5

Moveable joints allowing for locomotion