Human Anatomy & Physiology
1st Edition
ISBN: 9780805382952
Author: Erin C. Amerman
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 8, Problem 2CYR
Which functional joint class includes freely moveable joints?
a. Amphiarthroses
b. Synarthroses
c. Diarthroses
d. All functional joint classes are freely moveable.
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Chapter 8 Solutions
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Ch. 8.1 - 2. How are joints classified functionally?
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