Animal Skeleton System-- Joints

Front

What type of joint allows for rotation of the bone over another bone?

Back

Pivot joint.

Front

What is a Ball and Socket joint?

Back

A joint that allows for rotational movement in multiple directions, such as the shoulder and hip joints.

Front

What is a Hinge joint?

Back

A joint that allows movement in one direction, similar to the opening and closing of a door, such as the elbow and knee.

Front

What is a Gliding joint?

Back

A joint that allows for sliding movements between flat surfaces, such as in the wrists and ankles.

Front

List the main types of joints in the human body.

Back

Hinge, Ball & Socket, Pivot, and Gliding.

Front

What is the function of joints in the skeletal system?

Back

Joints connect bones and allow for movement and flexibility.

Front

What type of joint is found in the elbow?

Back

Hinge joint.

Front

What type of joint is found in the shoulder?

Back

Ball and Socket joint.

Front

What type of joint is found in the neck that allows for rotation?

Back

Pivot joint.

Front

What is the role of synovial fluid in joints?

Back

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