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Skeletal System GLE'
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Joint | The point at which two bones meet. |
| Hinge Joints | these joints allow movement in one direction. Knees and elbows are hinge joints. |
| Gliding Joints | Help bones slide over one another without twisting. Examples are wrists and ankles. |
| Pivot Joints | These joints allow movement with limited rotation. A pivot joint is found between the neck and head. |
| Ball-and-socket Joints | these joints allow bones to move in all directions. Hips and shoulders are examples. |