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The joints between the carpal bones are...

The joints between the carpal bones are

A

gliding joints

B

hinge joint

C

Saddle joint pivot joints

D

pivot joints

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A
Joints between carpal bones are gliding joints. A gliding joints is a type of synovial joint whose articular surfacre is usually flat, permitting only back-and-forth and side-to-side movements.
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