What ligament is indicated?   

What specific structure is indicated? (Hint: be sure to know how to apply your directional terms)      

What type of synovial joint is found in the box indicated?   

_____ are small sacs lined with synovial membranes,  contain synovial fluid, and function to reduce friction in a joint.

Which factor is most important to the stabilization of a joint?

List and define the three  functional classification of joints categories.

Joint movement along the frontal plane that is away from the midline is called ______.

List the three structural classifications of joints. Give an example of each [name a sub-type or a specific joint (bone name to bone name)].

_____ is a hormone that increases the flexibility of the pubic joints during late stages of pregnancy.

The thyroid gland produces hormones important to cellular metabolism and blood calcium (Ca2+) levels.  Which of the following statements are true?