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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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is false?

All amphiarthroses are in the axial skeleton.

All diarthroses allow for a greater range of motion than all amphiarthroses.

Synarthroses can allow a small amount of movement.

Arthritis is a common disease associated with joints.

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Begin by understanding the types of joints: synarthroses, amphiarthroses, and diarthroses. Synarthroses are immovable joints, amphiarthroses allow slight movement, and diarthroses are freely movable joints.

Consider the location of these joints in the body. Synarthroses are often found in the axial skeleton, such as the sutures in the skull. Amphiarthroses can be found in both the axial and appendicular skeletons, such as the intervertebral discs.

Evaluate the statement 'All amphiarthroses are in the axial skeleton.' Amphiarthroses are not limited to the axial skeleton; they can also be found in the appendicular skeleton, such as the pubic symphysis.

Examine the statement 'All diarthroses allow for a greater range of motion than all amphiarthroses.' Diarthroses, such as the shoulder and hip joints, indeed allow for a greater range of motion compared to amphiarthroses.

Review the statement 'Synarthroses can allow a small amount of movement.' Synarthroses are typically immovable, but some may allow minimal movement, such as the distal tibiofibular joint.