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Assertion: The joint between the atlas and axis is an example of gliding joint.
Reason: Gliding joint allows movement primarily in one plane.

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If both assertion and reason are ture and reason is the corect explanation of assertion

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If both assertion and reason are ture but reson is not the correct explanation of assertion

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If assertion is true reason is false

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If both assertion and reason are false

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A gliding joint permits back -and-forth and side to side movements. No rotation or twisting is possible because ligaments. Gliding joints are found between the carpal bones and between the tarsal bones. The joint between the atlas and axis is an example of pivot joint.
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