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Joint between atlas and odontoid process of axis is
Joint between atlas and odontoid process of axis is
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The correct option is C Pivot joint
The atlas is the first cervical vertebra which is just under the head. The axis is the second cervical vertebra. It has the odontoid process about which the atlas rotates. The joint between the atlas and axis is a pivot type of joint. The pivot joint is a freely moveable joint that allows only rotary movement around a single axis. It allows the head to turn from side to side. So, the correct answer is 'Pivot joint'.
The atlas is the first cervical vertebra which is just under the head. The axis is the second cervical vertebra. It has the odontoid process about which the atlas rotates. The joint between the atlas and axis is a pivot type of joint. The pivot joint is a freely moveable joint that allows only rotary movement around a single axis. It allows the head to turn from side to side. So, the correct answer is 'Pivot joint'.
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