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