Chapter 9. Joints
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amphiarthrosis
lightly movable joint
Synovial
most common type; contains synovial fluid which lines articular capsule and the place in which the articulating surfaces of the bones contact one another
diarthrosis
freely movable joint
synarthrosis
immovable joint
Cartilaginous
type of joint where the bones are joined by cartilage (either hyaline or fibrocartilage); allow for more movement than fibrous but less than synovial
Fibrous
type of joint where the bones are joined by strong fibrous tissue made of collagen