Synarthrosis Flashcards
1
Q
Four types of synarthrotic joints
A
1.) Suture
2.) Gomphosis
3.) Synchondrosis
4.)Synostosis
2
Q
What is a suture?
A
Bones interlocked, only found in skill
3
Q
What is gomphosis?
A
Fibrous connection, binds teeth to sockets
4
Q
What is synchondrosis?
And what are two examples?
A
-rigid cartilage between two bones
ex.) 1. Epiphyseal cartiilage (growth plate) of long bones, still cartilage while child is growing
-Ribs 1/2 where manubrium attaches
5
Q
What is synostosis?
A
Where two bones fuse and the suture disappers