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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
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 Heart2h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 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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The joint that permits the greatest range of mobility of any joint in the body is the __________ joint.

shoulder

hip

knee

wrist

elbow

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Identify the type of joint that allows for the greatest range of motion. In human anatomy, this is known as a ball-and-socket joint.

Understand that ball-and-socket joints allow for movement in multiple planes and axes, providing the most freedom of movement.

Consider the options given: shoulder, hip, knee, wrist, and elbow. Determine which of these are ball-and-socket joints.

Recognize that both the shoulder and hip joints are ball-and-socket joints, but the shoulder joint (glenohumeral joint) allows for a greater range of motion compared to the hip.

Conclude that the shoulder joint permits the greatest range of mobility of any joint in the body due to its anatomical structure and the freedom it provides in movement.