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 joint permits the greatest range of motion of any joint in the body?

Elbow joint

Knee joint

Hip joint

Shoulder (glenohumeral) joint

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Step 1: Understand the question by identifying the key concept: the joint that permits the greatest range of motion in the human body. This involves knowledge of joint types and their functional capabilities.

Step 2: Recall the classification of joints based on their structure and function. The shoulder joint (glenohumeral joint) is a ball-and-socket joint, which is known for its wide range of motion compared to hinge joints like the elbow and knee.

Step 3: Compare the anatomical structure of the listed joints. The elbow and knee joints are hinge joints, allowing movement primarily in one plane (flexion and extension). The hip joint is also a ball-and-socket joint but has less range of motion due to its deeper socket and stronger ligaments.

Step 4: Analyze the shoulder joint's anatomy. The glenoid cavity of the scapula and the head of the humerus form the glenohumeral joint, which allows movements such as flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, rotation, and circumduction.

Step 5: Conclude that the shoulder joint permits the greatest range of motion due to its ball-and-socket structure, shallow socket, and relatively loose ligaments, enabling extensive mobility in multiple planes.