NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

HISTOLOGY

CARTILAGE BONE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The joint that allows you to chew food is most similar to a:
A
Ball-and-socket joint
B
Hinge joint
C
Pivot joint
D
Immovable joint
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Jaw: The jaw is a hinge joint that allows one to open and close their mouth. The jaw can also move from side to side.

Detailed explanation-2: -Hinge joints are those that allow movement along one plane. They facilitate bending and straightening actions, such as flexing a finger. In a hinge joint, protective cartilage covers the bones, and a thick gel called synovial fluid lubricates them, allowing them to move without rubbing against one another.

Detailed explanation-3: -The knees and elbows are examples of a hinge joint. Hinge joints are used frequently in sport. The shoulders and hips are examples of ball and socket joints. These joints allow a wide range of movement in the human body and are used in a variety of sporting movements.

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