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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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How does a synovial joint differ from cartilaginous and fibrous joints?

Synovial joints have a joint cavity filled with synovial fluid.

Synovial joints are connected by cartilage.

Synovial joints are connected by dense fibrous tissue.

Synovial joints are immovable.

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Understand the basic types of joints: Synovial, Cartilaginous, and Fibrous. Each type has distinct characteristics and functions in the body.

Identify the key feature of synovial joints: They have a joint cavity filled with synovial fluid, which allows for a wide range of motion.

Recognize that cartilaginous joints are connected by cartilage and allow limited movement, such as the joints between the vertebrae in the spine.

Note that fibrous joints are connected by dense fibrous tissue and are generally immovable, such as the sutures in the skull.

Compare these characteristics to determine how synovial joints differ from the other two types, focusing on the presence of the joint cavity and the type of tissue connecting the bones.