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 type of joint is the most mobile and weakest synovial joint?

Saddle joint

Pivot joint

Ball and socket joint

Hinge joint

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Understand the types of synovial joints: Synovial joints are characterized by a fluid-filled joint cavity that allows for significant movement. The main types include ball and socket, hinge, pivot, and saddle joints.

Identify the characteristics of each joint type: Ball and socket joints allow for the most movement in multiple directions, hinge joints allow movement in one plane, pivot joints allow rotational movement, and saddle joints allow movement in two planes.

Consider the range of motion: Ball and socket joints, such as the shoulder and hip joints, provide the greatest range of motion, allowing for flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, and rotation.

Evaluate the stability of each joint type: While ball and socket joints offer extensive mobility, they are also the least stable and most prone to dislocation due to their wide range of motion.

Conclude that the ball and socket joint is the most mobile and weakest synovial joint due to its extensive range of motion and relative instability compared to other joint types.