The characteristics and an example of a synovial joint in humans is:
Characteristics |
Examples |
lymph filled between two bones, limited movement |
gliding joint between carpals |
fuid cartilage between two bones, limited movements |
Knee joint |
fluid filled between two joints, provides cushion |
skull bones |
fluid filled synovial cavity between two bones |
joint between atlas and axis |
Synovial joints -
are characterised by the presence of a fluid filled synovial cavity between the articulating surfaces of the two bones.
- wherein
Such an arragement allows considerable movement. These joints help in locomotion and many other movements.
Option 1)
lymph filled between two bones, limited movement |
gliding joint between carpals |
Incorrect
Option 2)
fuid cartilage between two bones, limited movements |
Knee joint |
Incorrect
Option 3)
fluid filled between two joints, provides cushion |
skull bones |
Incorrect
Option 4)
fluid filled synovial cavity between two bones |
joint between atlas and axis |
Correct