Chapter 9, Skeletal System Articulations

Classification of joints

36. Describe the three classes of joints according to their functional classification. These three classes

are immoveable joints, slightly moveable joints, and freely moveable (synovial) joints. Include the

following terms in your description: ligament, suture, and symphysis.

Synovial joints

37. Describe the general structure of a synovial joint. Include the following terms: articular cartilage,

joint cavity, articular capsule, synovial fluid, and reinforcing ligaments.

38. Describe and give examples of each of the six types of synovial joints. These are plane, hinge, pivot,

condyloid, saddle, and ball-and-socket joints.