PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

LOCOMOTOR SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which joints do not allow movement?
A
Flexible joints
B
Semi-flexible joints
C
Fixed joints
D
Ligaments
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Immovable – the two or more bones are in close contact, but no movement can occur – for example, the bones of the skull. The joints of the skull are called sutures.

Detailed explanation-2: -Fixed joints are very stable and do not allow any movement. Examples are the sutures of the skull bones and the pelvic bones. Slightly moveable joints help provide stability and only allow limited movement. The individual bones are joined by cartilage.

Detailed explanation-3: -Immovable joints allow no movement because the bones at these joints are held securely together by dense collagen. The bones of the skull are connected by immovable joints.

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