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

Structural Class: Synovial Joints

Anatomy & Physiology

8. Joints

Structural Class: Synovial Joints

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Which of the following features is not part of a synovial joint?

Fibrous capsule

Epiphyseal plate

Synovial fluid

Articular cartilage

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Understand the structure of a synovial joint: Synovial joints are characterized by the presence of a joint cavity filled with synovial fluid, which allows for smooth movement between the articulating bones.

Identify the components of a synovial joint: The main features include the fibrous capsule, synovial membrane, synovial fluid, articular cartilage, and ligaments.

Recognize the role of each component: The fibrous capsule encloses the joint, the synovial membrane produces synovial fluid, the synovial fluid lubricates the joint, and the articular cartilage covers the ends of bones to reduce friction.

Consider the epiphyseal plate: The epiphyseal plate, also known as the growth plate, is a region of growing tissue near the ends of long bones in children and adolescents. It is not involved in the structure or function of synovial joints.

Determine which feature is not part of a synovial joint: Based on the understanding of synovial joint components and the function of the epiphyseal plate, identify that the epiphyseal plate is not a feature of a synovial joint.