WB JEE Medical WB JEE Medical Solved Paper-2013

  • question_answer
    The characteristics and an example of a synovial joint in humans is

    A)
    Characteristics Examples
    Fluid cartilage between two bones, limited movements Knee joints

    B)
    Characteristics Examples
    Fluid filled between two joints, provides cushion Skull bones

    C)
    Characteristics Examples
    Fluid filled synovial cavity between two bones Joint between atlas and axis

    D)
    Characteristics Examples
    Lymph filled between two bones, limited movement Gliding joint between carpals

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

     Joint between atlas and axis is pivot joint, which is an example of synovial joint characterised by the presence of a fluid-filled synovial cavity between the articulating surface of the two bones. Knee joint (hinge joint) is a synovial joint characterised by the presence of fluid filled synovial cavity between the articulating surfaces of the two bones. Fluid  cartilage between two bones having limited movements is slightly movable joint. In freely movable joints fluid filled between two joints provides cushion In gliding joint, the articulatir bones can slide upon one another.


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