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

Classification of Joints

Anatomy & Physiology

8. Joints

Classification of Joints

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Which joint has a larger range of motion, and which one is more stable: the shoulder or the hip?

The hip has a larger range of motion, but the shoulder is more stable.

The hip has a larger range of motion and is more stable.

The shoulder has a larger range of motion and is more stable.

The shoulder has a larger range of motion, but the hip is more stable.

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Identify the two joints in question: the shoulder joint and the hip joint.

Understand the anatomical structure of the shoulder joint, which is a ball-and-socket joint formed by the humerus and the scapula, allowing for a wide range of motion.

Examine the anatomical structure of the hip joint, which is also a ball-and-socket joint formed by the femur and the pelvis, designed for stability and weight-bearing.

Compare the range of motion: The shoulder joint has a greater range of motion due to its shallow socket and loose ligaments, allowing for extensive movement in multiple directions.

Compare the stability: The hip joint is more stable due to its deeper socket (acetabulum) and strong ligaments, which provide support and limit excessive movement, making it more stable than the shoulder.