Question 1

Briefly explain the key difference between synovial joints and other types of joints (fibrous and cartilaginous).

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Question 2

Assess the following functional classes of synovial joints and rank them from least number of axes to most number of axes: biaxial, multiaxial (triaxial), nonaxial, and uniaxial.

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Question 3

Describe the three functions of synovial fluid in a synovial joint.

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Question 4

Ehlers ^-Danlos Syndrome is a group of inherited disorders resulting in gene mutations that can cause problems with collagen structure or production. Determine the impact, if any, this disorder will have on stability in synovial joints.

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Question 5

Briefly explain why the elbow is a more stable hinge joint than the knee.

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Question 6

Cite two reasons for how the shoulder joint and hip joint are similar.

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Question 7

Explain the impact on a synovial joint that has sustained damage to the articular cartilage.

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Question 8

Six ^-year ^-old Anika injured an epiphyseal plate in her femur. Explain the significance of this injury.

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Question 9

Which type of joint is more stable ^-a hinge joint or a ball ^-and ^-socket joint? Explain and provide examples of each type.

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Question 10

List the four ligaments associated with the knee joint.

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Question 11

While studying with your lab partner, he says that synovial joints are functionally classified as
synarthroses. Determine and explain how his statement is incorrect, and then correct his statement.

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Question 12

Explain why injuries involving the shoulder joint are common.

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Quiz 8: Articulations