Give one line description with example of the following joints :
Hinge joint
Ball and socket joint
Gliding joint
Pivot joint
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Ball and socket joint: Round end of the bone fits into the cavity of the other bone and can move in all directions in the form of a circle. Example: shoulder
Pivotal joint: A cylindrical bone moves into a ring and can move forward backward and left right. Example: joint of head and neck.
Hinge joints: These joints allow the movement back and forth. Example: Knee joint
Gliding joint is a type of joint that allows sliding of one bone over other. This type of joint is seen in the wrist of the hand.Hope this information will clear your doubts about the topic.
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