Physical Education GCSE
Hinge joint structure
What Hinge joint structure means in Physical Education GCSE, as defined for OCR.
Definition of Hinge joint structure
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A synovial joint that allows movement mainly in one plane, producing flexion and extension.
Topics that use Hinge joint structure
Related terms
- Articular cartilage
- Articulating bones of the elbow
- Articulating bones of the hip
- Articulating bones of the knee
- Articulating bones of the shoulder
- Ball and socket joint structure
- Flexion and extension at hinge joints
- Freely movable
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