The pivot joint between atlas and axis is a type of

Options

A. fibrous joint
B. cantilaginous joint
C. synovial joint
D. saddle joint

Answer

C

Explanation

The joint between atlas and axis is a type of synovial joint. A considerable movement is allowed at all synovial joints. They are surrounded by tubular articular capsule. The capsule consists of two layers, i.e. outer fibrous capsule and inner synovial membrane, which secretes synovial fiuid lubricates and providing nourishment to articular cartilage
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Fibrous joint They do not allow movement because the bones are held firmly by bundles of white fibrous tissue. e.g. joint betweern the bones of skull
Cartilaginous joints They allow slight movement, because of the elastic pads of fibrocarilage present between the ends of the bones taking part in the joints, e.g. pubic symphysis of pubis.
Saddle joints This is the type of synovial joints. This type of joint is like ball and socket joint, but not developed fully, e.g joint between carpal of hand.