The fusion of two bony structures with a ligament is known as_______________?
Correct answer: D. syndesmosis
- A. Synostosis
- B. Synchondrosis
- C. Diarthrosis
- D. syndesmosis
Explanation
A syndesmosis is a fibrous joint in which adjacent bones are united by a ligament or an interosseous membrane. Synostosis is direct bony fusion, whereas synchondrosis is union by cartilage.
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