Which of the following is an example of Ball and Socket joint in humans ?

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Which of the following is an example of Ball and Socket joint in humans ?

question_subject: 

Science

question_exam: 

SSC

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0,7,8,3,7,3,2

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{'wrist joint': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'finger joint': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'neck joint': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'hip joint': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'socket': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'ball': [1, 3, 13, 12], 'example': [18, 0, 1, 11]}

The correct answer is option 2 - Hip Joint. A ball and socket joint is a type of joint where one bone has a rounded end that fits into a cup-like structure on another bone. This allows for a wide range of motion in multiple directions. The hip joint is a prime example of a ball and socket joint in humans. The head of the femur (thigh bone) fits into the acetabulum (socket) of the pelvis, allowing the leg to move in various directions, including flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, and rotation.

Option 1 - Wrist joint: The wrist joint is a condylar joint, where the rounded end of one bone fits into the concave surface of another bone.

Option 3 - Finger joint: The finger joints are hinge joints, allowing movement in only one direction.

Option 4 - Neck joint: The neck joint, also known as the cervical spine, consists of several small joints called facet joints, which allow for rotation and flexion/extension movement. It is not a ball and socket joint.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2 - Hip Joint.