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

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Introduction to Organ Systems

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Introduction to Organ Systems

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Which type of joint allows for the greatest range of movement in the human body?

Hinge joint

Pivot joint

Suture joint

Ball-and-socket joint

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Understand the types of joints in the human body: Joints are classified based on their structure and function. The main types include hinge joints, pivot joints, suture joints, and ball-and-socket joints.

Review the hinge joint: Hinge joints, such as the elbow and knee, allow movement in one plane, like opening and closing a door. This limits their range of motion to flexion and extension.

Examine the pivot joint: Pivot joints, such as the joint between the first and second cervical vertebrae (atlas and axis), allow rotational movement around a single axis. This provides a moderate range of motion but is not the greatest.

Understand the suture joint: Suture joints are immovable joints found in the skull. They are designed for stability rather than movement, so they do not contribute to a range of motion.

Analyze the ball-and-socket joint: Ball-and-socket joints, such as the shoulder and hip joints, allow movement in multiple planes, including flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, rotation, and circumduction. This type of joint provides the greatest range of movement in the human body.