Elbow joint is an example of :

Elbow joint is an example of :
  1. Ball and socket joint
  2. Pivot joint
  3. Hinge joint
  4. Gliding joint

Solution

The elbow joint is a hinge joint, which allows for movement in one plane, primarily flexion and extension (bending and straightening the arm). It is similar to the movement of a door hinge.

Asked in: NEET 2009 (Mains)

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