Articulations

Which of the following is a true statement?

• Joints can be classified into five major categories.

• The functional classification of joints centers around the type of connective tissue that joins the bones together.

• The structural classification of joints centers around the type of connective tissue that joins the bones together.

• The structural classification of joints involves the degree of movement the joint permits.

What are the unique joints that occur between the root of a tooth and the alveolar process of the mandible or maxilla?

• Symphyses

• Syndesmoses

• Gomphoses

• Synchondroses

In terms of structure, which type of articulation has a joint capsule?

• Fibrous

• Cartilaginous

• Synovial

• Amphiarthrotic

A condyloid joint is an example of a(n) _____ joint.

• uniaxial

• biaxial

• multiaxial

• immovable

An example of a hinge joint is(are) the:

• head of the radius articulating with the ulna.

• interphalangeal joints.

• first metacarpal articulating with the trapezium.

• head of the humerus articulating with the scapula.

An example of a pivot joint is(are) the:

• head of the radius articulating with the ulna.

• first metacarpal articulating with the trapezium.

• humerus articulating with the scapula.

• interphalangeal joints.

Which of the following is an example of a biaxial joint?

• Pivot

• Hinge

• Ball and socket

• Condyloid

Which joint allows for the most movement?

• Gliding

• Saddle

• Ball and socket

• Trochoid

Kicking a football is accomplished by:

• pronation.

• adduction.

• extension.

• flexion.

The type of movement that decreases the angle between body parts is:

• flexion.

• extension.

• adduction.

• abduction.