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Which of these is an example of pivot joint?(a) Between atlas and axis(b) Between carpal and metacarpal of thumb(c) Knee joint(d) Between the carpalsI had been asked this question during an internship interview.I want to ask this question from Locomotion & Movement topic in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

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Correct choice is (a) Between ATLAS and axis

Easiest explanation: PIVOT joint is a classification of synovial joint. It is present between the atlas and axis, which are the first vertebra and the SECOND vertebra, respectively, of the vertebral column. It is ALSO called rotary joint.



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