Skeletal Joint Vocabulary Flashcard

Front

What are fibrous joints?

Back

Fibrous joints are joints that are immovable, connected by dense connective tissue.

Front

What is the joint action called when a limb moves towards the midline of the body?

Back

Adduction is the joint action where a limb moves towards the midline of the body.

Front

What is the joint action called when a limb moves away from the midline of the body?

Back

Abduction is the joint action where a limb moves away from the midline of the body.

Front

What is the joint action called when the angle between two body parts increases?

Back

Extension is the joint action where the angle between two body parts increases.

Front

What is the joint action called when the angle between two body parts decreases?

Back

Flexion is the joint action where the angle between two body parts decreases.

Front

What type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion?

Back

Ball-and-socket joints allow for the greatest range of motion.

Front

What is a hinge joint?

Back

A hinge joint is a type of joint that allows movement in one plane, like a door.

Front

What is the role of synovial fluid in joints?

Back

Synovial fluid lubricates joints, reducing friction and allowing smooth movement.

Front

What are cartilaginous joints?

Back

Cartilaginous joints are joints that allow limited movement, connected by cartilage.

Front

What is the function of ligaments in joints?

Back

Ligaments connect bones to other bones, providing stability to joints.