Describe a "ball and socket" joint and give an example

What will be an ideal response?


The "ball" of one bone fits in to the "socket" of another. The joint provides free movement in all directions. Examples include the shoulder and hip joints.

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Atrial fibrillation is most associated with ________ strokes

A) hypoxic B) thrombotic C) embolic D) hemorrhagic

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Which of the following statements describes a reason for subgingival debridement?

A) Delay in repopulation of aerobic biofilms B) Increase in anaerobic activity C) Decrease in number of Gram-positive biofilms D) Shift in dental biofilm composition

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Orbital atherectomy technology is reported with Table _____, using a sixth character of 6.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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