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Ellipsoidal joint is also called condylar joint.

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Important Questions on Locomotion and Movement

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Select the correct matching of the types of the joint with the example in the human skeletal system.
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The pivot joint between atlas and axis is a type of
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Describe the structure of synovial joint with the help of a neat labelled diagram,
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Which of the following joints would allow no movement? 
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Given below are a few examples of joints and joint place:-

i. The fibrous joint → between cranial bones

ii. Pivot joint → between Atlas and occipital condyles

iii. The cartilaginous joint → between two successive vertebrae

iv. Saddle joint → between 1st carpal and 1st metacarpal

Out of these which one is not correctly matched?
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Name the type of fibrous joint between the following:
Cranial bones. (Hinge/ Sutures/ Pivot)
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The type of joint present between the humerus bone and pectoral girdle is
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Elbow joint is an example of
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Saddle joint is present between?
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Find the mismatch from the following pairs:

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Name the type of joint between the following.
Between pubic bones in the pelvic girdle.
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What is the name of the type of joint present between pubic bones in the pelvic girdle, whether cartilaginous joint or synovial joint?
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Name the type of joint between the Atlas and axis.
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Match the following and select the correct option
 Column I   Column II
A. Sternum 1. Synovial fluid
B. Glenoid cavity 2. Vertebrae
C. Freely movable joint 3. Pectoral girdle
D. Cartilaginous joint 4. Flat bones
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The joint of the femur, with pelvic girdle, is
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Pivot joint is present between
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The outer covering of cartilage is known as ______________ .
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Name the type of joint between femur and acetabulum, whether it is 'ball and socket' or 'hinge' joint.
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Which one of the following pair are correct?
I. Hinge joint-between humerus and pectoral girdle.
II. Pivot joint-between atlas, axis and occipital condyle.
III. Gliding joint-between the carpals.
IV. Saddle joint-between carpal and metacarpal of thumb.
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What is the name of the type of joint between carpal and metacarpal of thumb, whether saddle joint or pivot joint?