Notes from NEET topper
Joints
Definition and Types:
- Joints are connections between bones, allowing for movement and providing structural support.
- Major types include:
- Fibrous Joints: Immobile, e.g., sutures in the skull.
- Cartilaginous Joints: Limited movement, e.g., intervertebral discs.
- Synovial Joints: Highly mobile, e.g., hip and knee joints.
Functions:
- Facilitate movement (e.g., walking, running, grasping).
- Absorb shock and distribute loads.
