[Answered] JOINTS AND JOINT MOVEMENTS WORKSHEET

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Complete the worksheet questions below. Point values are listed next to each item. There are up to 20 points possible on this worksheet.

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  1. In what two ways can joints be classified? What are the three classifications of each type? (1 pt)

 

 

  1. Fibrous joints are either sutures or syndesmoses. What is the difference between the two? Give examples of each type. (2 pts)

 

  1. Symphyses and synchondroses are two classifications of what type of joint? What are the differences between the two classifications? (1 pt)
  2. What allows synovial joints to be diarthrotic? (1 pt)
  3. Fill in the table below: (1 pt per cell)
Joint Articulating Bones Type of Synovial Joint Movement
Elbow  
Knee  
Hip  
Ankle  
Wrist  

 

Solution

  1. In what two ways can joints be classified? What are the three classifications of each type? (1 pt)
  2. Classification based on the type of tissue present. It includes the following:
  • Fibrous- These bones are connected by dense connective tissue made up of collagen. These joints are immovable, have no joint cavity, and are bound by fibrous connective tissue.
  • Cartilaginous- Bones are connected by cartilage which may be hyaline or fibrocartilage.

Synovial- Articulating surfaces are enclosed within a fluid-filled joint capsule. Bones move against each other………….Purchase the link to access the full answer @$5