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  1. Elbow joint is an example of:
    1. hinge joint
    2. gliding joint
    3. ball and socket joint
    4. pivot joint
Correct Option: A

lbow joint is an example of hinge joint. The elbow is a hinge joint; it can open and close like a door. Hinge joint is a form of diarthrosis (freely movable joint) that allows angular movement in one plane only, increasing or decreasing the angle between the bones e.g. elbow joint, knee joint etc.



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