Name: Vertebral Column
Uploaded: 2019-07-19
Duration: 3 min 21 s
Description: The vertebral column is present on the back. It is a hollow tube-like bone structure that comprises the spinal cord inside it. What exactly is it, and how do...

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Describe the structure of synovial joint with the help of a neat labelled diagram,

Accepted Answer

Synovial joint is covered by a double layered synovial capsule. The outer layer consists of fibrous irregular connective tissue with collagen fibres. This layer is continuous with the periosteum. Some fibres of these membranes are arranged in bundles called ligaments.

The inner layer of synovial capsule is formed of areolar tissue and elastic fibres. It secretes a viscous synovial fluid which contains hyaluronic acid, phagocytes etc. and acts as a 'lubricant' for the free movement of the joints. Example of Synovial joints include Ball and socket joint, Hinge joint, Pivot joint, Gliding joint, Condyloid joint, Saddle joint.

Describe the structure of synovial joint with the help of a neat labelled diagram,

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