Joints

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What are articulations?

Back

Places where two bones come together.

Front

What are Fibrous joints?

Back

Immovable/slightly movable joints, held together by Fibrous Connective Tissue.

Front

A knee is an example of a _______ joint.

Back

Hinge joint.

Front

What does Diarthrotic mean?

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Freely movable.

Front

What does Ampiarthrotic mean?

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Slightly movable.

Front

What are Cartilaginous joints?

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Joints that are connected by cartilage, allowing for slight movement.

Front

What is a Synovial joint?

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A joint that is freely movable and contains synovial fluid.

Front

What is the function of synovial fluid?

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To lubricate joints and reduce friction.

Front

What type of joint is the shoulder?

Back

Ball and socket joint.

Front

What type of joint is the elbow?

Back

Hinge joint.