Elbow joint is an example of-

Gliding joint

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Pivot joint

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Ball and socket joint

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Hinge joint

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Solution

The correct option is D Hinge joint
The elbow is a hinge joint; it can open and close like a door. Hinge joint is a form of diarthrosis (freely movable joint) that allows angular movement in one plane only, increasing or decreasing the angle between the bones, for example, elbow joint, and knee joint.

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