Describe the structural and functional classification of syndesmoses

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Syndesmoses are classified structurally as fibrous joints due to the presence of a membrane composed of dense regular collagenous connective tissue. The interosseous membrane (ligament) allows a limited amount of movement between articulating bones. Functionally, syndesmoses are amphiarthroses since they allow articulating bones, such as the ulna and radius or the tibia and fibula, to pivot against one another.

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A. hypothermia B. decreased sweating C. increased food intake D. decreased food intake E. cutaneous vasodilation

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A) sodium. B) potassium. C) chloride. D) hydrogen.

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The stratum ____ is commonly called the clear layer

a. lucidum b. corneum c. spinosum d. granulosum

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