Atlas and axis are joined by

Hinge joint

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Pivot joint

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Saddle joint

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Ball and socket Joint

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The correct option is B Pivot joint
Atlas and axis are joint by the pivot joint. It is also known as rotatoria (rotary joint). Pivot joint fixes one of the two bones in its place and bears a peg like a process over, which the other bone rotates.

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