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1. Describe the two types of cartilaginous joints and give examples of each. 2. Both functional and structural classifications can be used to describe an individual joint. Define the first sternocostal joint and the pubic symphysis using both functional and structural characteristics.
Describe the structural features of cartilaginous joints; Distinguish between a synchondrosis and symphysis; Give an example of each type of cartilaginous joint
24 lut 2023 · Describe the structural features of cartilaginous joints; Distinguish between a synchondrosis and symphysis; Give an example of each type of cartilaginous joint
Chapter Objectives. After this chapter, you will be able to: Discuss both functional and structural classifications for body joints. Describe the characteristic features for fibrous, cartilaginous, and synovial joints and give examples of each. Define and identify the different body movements.
Cartilaginous joints are where the adjacent bones are joined by cartilage. At a synchondrosis, the bones are united by hyaline cartilage. The epiphyseal plate of growing long bones and the first sternocostal joint that unites the first rib to the sternum are examples of synchondroses.
Learning Objectives. By the end of this section, you will be able to: Describe the structural features of cartilaginous joints. Distinguish between a synchondrosis and symphysis. Give an example of each type of cartilaginous joint.
development, growth and repair, joint articulation, lubrica-tion, and patency of the respiratory tract. Although the mechanical properties of cartilage are functions of the extra-cellular matrix, it is the chondrocyte that directs the synthesis and composition of the matrix. Though few in number, chon-
