Skeletal Anatomy Flashcard

Front

What type of synovial joint is the elbow?

Back

Hinge joint allows for bending and straightening motions.

Front

Which of the following is an example of a ball and socket joint?

Back

Shoulder joint allows for rotational movement in multiple directions.

Front

What is the name for the connector that attaches bone to bone?

Back

Ligament is a fibrous connective tissue that connects bones at a joint.

Front

Name this joint type: gliding, saddle, condyloid, pivot.

Back

Saddle joint allows for movement in two planes, such as the thumb.

Front

What is the medial forearm bone?

Back

Ulna is the bone on the inner side of the forearm.

Front

What is a ball and socket joint?

Back

A joint that allows for rotational movement, such as the hip or shoulder.

Front

What is the function of ligaments?

Back

Ligaments stabilize joints by connecting bones.

Front

What type of joint is the knee?

Back

The knee is primarily a hinge joint, allowing for flexion and extension.

Front

What is the role of tendons?

Back

Tendons connect muscles to bones, facilitating movement.

Front

What is a pivot joint?

Back

A joint that allows for rotational movement around a single axis, like the neck.