Question

question 18
which of the following joints is considered slightly movable?
amphiarthrosis
synovial
diarthrosis
synarthrosis
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Explanation:

• Amphiarthrosis: These joints allow for slight movement. For example, the pubic symphysis (in the pelvis) is an amphiarthrosis joint. It has a fibrocartilage pad between the bones, which permits a small amount of movement.
• Synovial: Synovial joints are freely movable. They have a joint cavity filled with synovial fluid. Examples include the shoulder (ball - and - socket type of synovial joint) and knee (hinge - like synovial joint in many aspects).
• Diarthrosis: This is another term for a freely movable joint, which is the same as a synovial joint.
• Synarthrosis: These joints are immovable. The sutures between the bones of the skull are synarthrosis joints. The bones are held tightly together by fibrous connective tissue, allowing no movement.

Answer:

A. Amphiarthrosis