Human Anatomy and Joint Structure Quiz

The patella, commonly known as the kneecap, protects and improves the leverage of the knee joint.

The elbow joint is a hinge joint, enabling flexion and extension movements in a single plane.

The ulna articulates with the humerus to form the elbow joint, contributing to forearm movement.

Tendons connect muscles to bones, transmitting the force generated by muscles to move the bones.

The hip joint is a ball-and-socket joint, allowing for a wide range of movement in all directions.

Ball-and-socket joint allows for a wide range of movement due to its spherical head fitting into a cup-like socket.

Ligaments connect bone to bone, providing stability and preventing excessive movement in joints.

Saddle joints permit movement in multiple planes, resembling the range of motion in a rider on a saddle.

Synovial fluid lubricates joints, reducing friction between bones during movement.

The sacroiliac joint connects the hip bone and sacrum, supporting the spine and transferring upper body weight to the pelvis.

The atlanto-axial joint connects the skull and the first cervical vertebra, allowing for rotation of the head.

Suture joints have minimal movement and are found in the skull, providing stability and protection.

The atlanto-occipital joint allows for the pivotal movement of the head, as in saying 'no.'

The tibiofibular joint connects the tibia and fibula, providing stability and support to the lower leg.

The hip joint is commonly affected by osteoarthritis in the elderly, leading to pain and reduced mobility.