Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

8. Joints

Introduction to Joints

Anatomy & Physiology

8. Joints

Introduction to Joints

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a multiaxial joint in the human body?

Elbow joint

Shoulder joint

Interphalangeal joint

Knee joint

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Understand the concept of joint classification: Joints in the human body are classified based on their range of motion and the axes around which they can move. Multiaxial joints allow movement in multiple planes or axes, such as flexion/extension, abduction/adduction, and rotation.

Review the types of synovial joints: Synovial joints are categorized into uniaxial (movement in one axis), biaxial (movement in two axes), and multiaxial (movement in three axes). Examples of multiaxial joints include ball-and-socket joints.

Analyze the shoulder joint: The shoulder joint (glenohumeral joint) is a ball-and-socket joint, which allows movement in three axes—flexion/extension, abduction/adduction, and rotation. This makes it a multiaxial joint.

Compare the other options: The elbow joint is a hinge joint, allowing movement in one axis (uniaxial). The interphalangeal joints are also hinge joints, permitting movement in one axis. The knee joint is primarily a hinge joint but has slight rotational movement, making it biaxial rather than multiaxial.

Conclude that the shoulder joint is the correct example of a multiaxial joint, as it allows movement in multiple planes and axes, unlike the other options provided.