SKELETAL SYSTEM - Joints (Articulations)

Question 1

What are the structural classifications of joints?

Answer 1

Fibrous (sutures, syndesmoses, gomphoses).

Cartilaginous (symphysis, synchondroses).

Synovial (freely movable joints).

Question 2

What are the functional classifications of joints?

Answer 2

Synarthroses – immovable joints.

Amphiarthroses – slightly movable joints.

Diarthroses – freely movable joints.