Concept explainers
a.
To describe: The structures that stabilize and support a joint.
Concept introduction: In the human body the musculoskeletal system includes the muscles, bones, and joints. A joint is referred to as the meeting of two bones (such as the shoulder). The function of the joints is to supply stability and mobility to the skeleton.
b.
To explain: The type of joint that is needed for the articulation between the ribs and sternum.
Concept introduction: In the human body, the musculoskeletal system includes the muscles, bones, and joints. A joint is referred to as the meeting of two bones (such as the shoulder). The function of the joints is to supply stability and mobility to the skeleton.
To explain: The kind of mobility amphiarthroses has.
Concept introduction: In the human body the musculoskeletal system includes the muscles, bones, and joints. A joint is referred to as the meeting of two bones (such as the shoulder). The function of the joints is to supply stability and mobility to the skeleton.
c.
To explain: The meaning of the term origin as related to muscles at a joint.
Concept introduction: In the human body the musculoskeletal system includes the muscles, bones, and joints. A joint is referred to as the meeting of two bones (such as the shoulder). The function of the joints is to supply stability and mobility to the skeleton.
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