Humerus files into glenoid cavity is an example of

Ball and socket joint

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Pivot joint

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Peg and socket joint

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Condyloid joint

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Solution

The correct option is D Ball and socket joint
The head of the humerus (ball) articulates with the glenoid cavity or glenoid fossa (socket) of the scapula forming a ball and socket joint. It is known as the glenohumeral /shoulder joint. The ball and socket joint is a type of synovial joint. The hip joint is another example of the ball and socket joint.

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(i) Ball and socket joint	- Between humerus and pectoral girdle
(ii) Pivot joint	- Between carpal and metacarpal
(iii) Saddle joint	- Between atlas and axis
(iv) Gliding joint	- Between the carpals
(v) Fibrous joint	- In flat skull bones

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Which one of the following statements is true?

(a) Head of humerus bone articulates with acetabulum of pectroral girdle.

(b) Head of humerus bone articulates with glenoid cavity of pectoral girdle.

(d) Head of humerus bone articulates with a glenoid cavity of pelvic girdle.

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