Unit 1: The Skeletal and Muscular Systems Task 1

Joints - A joint is a place where two or more bones meet , known as an
articulation

A joint is held together by ligaments which give the joints their stability




Picture example Description Movement

Fixed Fixed joints are Non
held together by a
tough fibre that
permits no
movement and
these joints have
no joint cavity.

Slightly Moveable A slightly movable Little
joint between
bones in which the
motion is limited
due to either
fibrous tissue or
cartilage.




Freely Moveable A freely moveable Various movement
Joint joint allows a
variation of
movements freely




Synovial Picture Description Movement Example