NEET 2014 Biology question

Select the correct matching of the type of the joint with the example in human skeletal system : Type of joint - Example

(1)Cartilaginous joint - between frontal and parietal
(2)Pivot joint - between third and fourth cervical vertebrae
(3)Hinge joint - between humerus and pectoral girdle
(4)Gliding joint - between carpalsCorrect

Answer: (4)

Solution

Gliding joints (between flat articular surfaces that slide over one another) occur between the carpals (also between tarsals), so (4) is correct. The joint between frontal and parietal bones is a fibrous

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Question ID VK-091627