Slightly Movable Joints are Classified As

Question

Slightly movable joints are classified as
A)synovial joints
B)amphiarthroses
C)synarthroses
D)sutures
E)diarthroses

Accepted Answer

Slightly movable joints, also known as amphiarthroses, allow for limited movement between bones. Synovial joints (A) are highly movable joints, while synarthroses (C) are immovable joints, and sutures (D) are a type of synarthrosis found only in the skull. Diarthroses (E) are another name for synovial joints, which are highly movable.