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Ball and Socket Joint

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What is a ball and socket joint? How it is different from hinge joint? (2 mark)

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A joint made by fitting a ball into a socket is called a ball and socket joint. (1 mark)
In this joint a bone can rotate easily in all directions. (1 mark)

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