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The joint present in our neck is ________ .
Options:
A .  hinge joint
B .  ball and socket joint
C .  pivot joint
D .  fixed joint
Answer: Option C
:
C
A joint is a junction where two or more bones meet. They aid in movement.
Joints are of various types:
The joint that connect our neck to head is called a pivot joint. It allows movement of neck in the forward and backward direction, as well as sideways movement.
Hinge jointallows back and forth movement. It is found in ankles, elbows and kneejoints.
Ball and socket joints form when a bone ending with a ball like structure fits into the socket of adjacent bone. The bone with a ball can move nearly in all directions. These joints are present in hip and shoulder.
Fixed joints don't permit any movement and are extremely strong. They are present between various bones of the skull.

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