The head of the femur fits into a socket called the ________. (a) acetabulum (b) femoral neck (c)...
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The head of the femur fits into a socket called the _____.
(a) acetabulum
(b) femoral neck
(c) sacro-iliac joint
(d) glenoid fossa
(e) olecranon fossa.
Types of Joints:
Joints are commonly classified according to their function or structure. Functionally, they are diarthroses, synarthroses or amphiarthroses. Structurally, they are classified as fibrous, cartilaginous and synovial. The synovial joints are the most common type of joint in the body and include plane (gliding), condylar, hinge, pivot, ball and socket, and saddle joints.
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View this answerThe head of the femur fits into a socket called the a) acetabulum.
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Chapter 17 / Lesson 18This lesson will provide you with information regarding the coolest part of your hip joint, the acetabulum! After reading this lesson, you will know exactly what the function of acetabulum is and where it is located.
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