Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 39m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 8m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 28m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System3h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

8. Joints

Classification of Joints

Anatomy & Physiology

8. Joints

Classification of Joints

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following joint classifications is not based on the joint's range of motion?

Synovial.

Diarthroses.

Amphiarthroses.

Synarthroses.

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Understand the classification of joints: Joints can be classified based on their structure or their function. The structural classification includes fibrous, cartilaginous, and synovial joints, while the functional classification includes synarthroses, amphiarthroses, and diarthroses.

Identify the structural classification: Synovial joints are classified based on their structure. They are characterized by a fluid-filled joint cavity and are typically associated with a wide range of motion.

Identify the functional classification: Synarthroses, amphiarthroses, and diarthroses are classified based on their function, specifically the range of motion they allow. Synarthroses are immovable, amphiarthroses allow slight movement, and diarthroses are freely movable.

Compare the classifications: Notice that synovial is a structural classification, while diarthroses, amphiarthroses, and synarthroses are functional classifications based on the joint's range of motion.

Conclude which classification is not based on range of motion: Since synovial is a structural classification and not based on the joint's range of motion, it is the correct answer to the question.