The joint which allows rotation in a complete circle is known as a _______.
A
hinge joint
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B
fixed joint
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C
ball and socket joint
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D
pivotal joint
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Solution
The correct option is C ball and socket joint In a ball and socket joint, a bone ending with a ball-like structure fits into the socket of an adjacent bone. The bone with a ball-like structure has the capability to move nearly in all directions. These joints are present in hip joint and shoulder joints.