Physical Education GCSE
Synovial joint
What Synovial joint means in Physical Education GCSE, as defined for OCR.
Definition of Synovial joint
Check what you remember
Read the wording for your board, then hide it and explain Synovial joint in your own words. Rough notes are fine. This is a self-check, with no mark or grade.
Reference: OCR
A joint where two or more bones meet and are separated by a fluid-filled joint cavity, allowing movement.
Topics that use Synovial joint
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
Using Synovial joint in the exam
Check the command word and mark scheme for your exact question. After comparing your explanation with the reference, use the term in an answer on the linked topic. This practice does not predict an exam mark.
Practise Physical Education questions
Create a free account to answer exam-style questions on this topic and get feedback on your answers.
Start free
All Physical Education GCSE termsA week of Premium from your first lesson · Then the free plan continues · No card, no charge