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JAMB Biology 2004 Question 23

Question 23

Support and Movement

Use the diagram of the vertebral column to answer: The type of joint between adjacent bones in the part labelled II is the

Diagram for this question
  1. A.ball-and-socket joint
  2. B.sliding joint
  3. C.hinge joint
  4. D.suture joint
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (sliding joint)

Explanation

Neighbouring vertebrae glide slightly over each other at their joint surfaces. These are sliding (gliding) joints, which give the backbone some flexibility.