The articulation between the periodontal ligament and the bone at the base of the tooth is what type of joint?
A)syndesmosis
B)synostosis
C)suture
D)gomphosis
E)symphysis

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The joint between the periodontal ligament and the bone at the base of the tooth is called a gomphosis joint. This is a specialized type of fibrous joint in which the root of the tooth is anchored within a bony socket or alveolus of the jawbone.

The Articulation Between the Periodontal Ligament and the Bone at the Base