HISTOLOGY
CARTILAGE BONE
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Question
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Elbows and Knees are an example of what type of joint?
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Hinge Joint
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Gliding Joint
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Ball and Socket
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Pivot Joint
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -A hinge joint is a type of synovial joint that exists in the body and serves to allow motion primarily in one plane.
Detailed explanation-2: -The elbow joint is a synovial hinge joint, similar to the ankle and knee joints. Two or more bones form hinge joints that move along an axis, rather than rotate like the hip joint. The distal humerus and proximal ulna are the primary elbow joint bones. The hinge joint allows the elbow to bend and straighten.
Detailed explanation-3: -Hinge joint is a type of synovial joint that includes ankle, knee and elbow joints. These are formed between two or more bones where the bones are allowed to move along only one axis to flex.
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