Joints Flashcard

Front

What is the role of ligaments?

Back

To connect bone to bone.

Front

Which type of joint allows for movement in all directions?

Back

Ball and socket joint.

Front

Which joint type offers the widest range of movement?

Back

Ball and socket joint.

Front

The bones of a joint are held together by?

Back

Ligaments.

Front

What type of joint is the knee joint?

Back

Hinge joint.

Front

What connects muscle to bone?

Back

Tendons.

Front

What is a pivot joint?

Back

A joint that allows for rotational movement around a single axis.

Front

What is a hinge joint?

Back

A joint that allows movement in one plane, like a door.

Front

What is a saddle joint?

Back

A joint that allows movement in two planes, resembling a saddle.

Front

What is a gliding joint?

Back

A joint that allows bones to slide past each other.