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Structural Classification of Joints

fibrous.jpg

fibrous.jpg

Image demonstrating the three types of fibrous joints. (a) Sutures (b) Syndesmosis  (c) Gomphosis.

Image demonstrating the three types of fibrous joints and delineating structures including suture line, suture, dense fibrous connective tissue, ulna, radius, syndesmosis, antebrachial interosseous membrane, socket, gomphosis, root of tooth, and periodontal ligament.

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