Exam 8: The Articular System

​Which disease occurs when an accumulation of uric acid crystals accumulates in the joint at the base of the large toe and in other joints of the feet and legs?

​An example of a ____ is the joint between the epiphyses and the diaphysis of a long bone.

​A growth plate between the diaphysis and epiphysis of a long bone is characteristic of ____.

A(n) ____________________ is a place of union or junction between two or more bones.​

An example of an amphiarthrosis is a symphysis.​

​The tooth in its alveolus (socket) is an example of a ____.

Matching ​Match the description with the corresponding term. a.​rotation b.​supination c.​circumduction d.​retraction e.​hyperextension f.​adduction g.​flexion h.​inversion i.​plantar flexion j.abduction -​moving the sole of the foot inward

​A sprain occurs when a twisting or turning action tears ____ associated with a joint.

The elbow joint is an example of a ____ joint.

Matching ​Match the description with the corresponding term. a.​rotation b.​supination c.​circumduction d.​retraction e.​hyperextension f.​adduction g.​flexion h.​inversion i.​plantar flexion j.abduction -​moving the bone toward the midline