Synovial joints are characterized by
Correct answer: B. Presence of synovial fluid
- A. No movement
- B. Presence of synovial fluid
- C. Cartilage only
- D. Fibrous capsule only
Explanation
Synovial joints (freely movable) contain synovial fluid for lubrication and nutrition of articular cartilage.
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Joints are connections between bones that provide movement, stability or both. Coverage includes fibrous, cartilaginous and synovial joints, the structure of a synovial joint, cartilage, ligaments and synovial fluid, and the difference between ligaments that join bones and tendons that attach muscle to bone.
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