NUTRITION
THE HUMAN BODY
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Which joints in the human skeleton work in a similar way?
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hips and backbone
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elbows and shoulders
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toes and shoulders
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ankles and wrists
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Planar joints are found in the carpal bones in the hand and the tarsal bones of the foot, as well as between vertebrae (Figure 19.27).
Detailed explanation-2: -Hinge joints allow movement in one direction, as seen in the knees and elbows.
Detailed explanation-3: -Radioulnar joint is the joint in the body which has the structure and the functions of the pivot joint. These joints are placed in the wrist and also in feet. Hence, the option (C) is the correct answer. Note:A pivot joint permits development in one plane, for example, revolution about a pivot.
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