How Joints Differ in Design (AQA GCSE Physical Education): Quizzes
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What connects bones in fibrous joints?
What connects bones in fibrous joints?
Dense fibrous connective tissue
What type of movement do cartilaginous joints allow?
What type of movement do cartilaginous joints allow?
Limited movement
What is the key structural feature of synovial joints?
What is the key structural feature of synovial joints?
Joint cavity with synovial fluid
What type of movement do hinge joints allow?
What type of movement do hinge joints allow?
Flexion and extension in one plane
Which joints are examples of ball and socket joints?
Which joints are examples of ball and socket joints?
Shoulder and hip
What movement do pivot joints allow?
What movement do pivot joints allow?
Rotational around a single axis
Where is an example of a saddle joint found?
Where is an example of a saddle joint found?
Thumb (carpometacarpal joint)
What is the design feature of plane (gliding) joints?
What is the design feature of plane (gliding) joints?
Flat/curved surfaces slide over each other
Which joints are examples of condyloid joints?
Which joints are examples of condyloid joints?
Wrist & knuckles
Which synovial joint type allows multiaxial movement?
Which synovial joint type allows multiaxial movement?
Ball and socket joints
What do synovial joints like the shoulder prioritise?
What do synovial joints like the shoulder prioritise?
Mobility but are less stable
What does the knee's hinge design provide?
What does the knee's hinge design provide?
Strong support for weight-bearing
Which joint types allow biaxial movement?
Which joint types allow biaxial movement?
Saddle and condyloid joints