Asked by Severine Germer on Jun 12, 2024
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What type of synovial joints are metacarpophalangeal joints?
A) Condylar
B) Hinge
C) Pivot
D) Ball-and-socket
E) Saddle
Metacarpophalangeal Joints
Joints located between the metacarpal bones of the hand and the proximal phalanges of the fingers, facilitating hand movement.
Condylar
Relates to a rounded knob-like projection on a bone, often involved in joints and articulation.
- Determine the structure and classification of joints.
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Cristal GaminoJun 17, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Metacarpophalangeal joints are condylar joints because they consist of the oval-shaped condyles of the metacarpal bones articulating with the concave surfaces of the proximal phalanges.
Learning Objectives
- Determine the structure and classification of joints.