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Gliding joints show ________ movement.

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Nonaxial
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Uniaxial
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Biaxial
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Multiaxial
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Solution

The correct option is B Biaxial
C. Biaxial
Reason: A biaxial joint allows for motions within two planes. Examples of biaxial joint include plane joint. A plane joint (also known as arthrodial joint, gliding joint or plane articulation) is a synovial joint which allows only gliding movement in the plane of the articular surfaces. The opposed surfaces of the bones are flat or almost flat, with movement generally limited by tight capsules and ligaments. Plane joints are numerous, are most often small, and allow very little motion. Examples include the carpal joints of the wrist, the tarsal joints of the ankle, and the facet joints of the spine.

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