The bones in our arms are joined at the elbow with a ________ joint.

ball and socket

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pivotal

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hinge

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fixed

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Solution

The correct option is C hinge
In human body, elbows have back and forth movement (similar to opening and closing of a door). Hinge joints are the type of joints that allow this type of movement. These joints are present in knees and ankles as well.

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The bones at the elbow are joined by a ___ joint.

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(a) Joints of bones help in the _________ of body.

(b) A combination of bones and cartilages forms the _________ of the body.

(d) The contraction of the _________ pulls the bones during movement.

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(a) What is a ball and socket joint?

(b) Which of the skull bones are movable?

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