Question

Which of the following joints would allow no movement?

• A. Fibrous
• B. Cartilaginous
• C. Synovial
• D. All of the above.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Fibrous

A joint is a junction at which two or more bones join. There are three types of joints:

1. Fibrous joints: They are made up of dense fibrous connective tissues and allow no movement. It is seen in the joints of the skull bone.
2. Cartilaginous joints: They are made up of cartilaginous tissue and therefore allow limited movement. It is seen in the joints between vertebrae in the vertebral column.
3. Synovial joints: They have a fluid filled synovial cavity between the articulating surfaces of the bones. These joints allow maximum movement. It is of various types - ball and socket joint (between humerus and pectoral girdle), hinge joint (knee joint), pivot joint (between atlas and axis), gliding joint (between the carpals) and saddle joint (between carpal and metacarpal of thumb).