Question

Which of these is an example of saddle joint?

• A. Between the carpals
• B. Knee joint
• C. Between carpal and metacarpal of thumb
• D. Between atlas and axis

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Between carpal and metacarpal of thumb

• Saddle joint is present between the carpal and metacarpal of thumb.

• It is a classification of synovial joint.

• Among the two bones involved in the formation of such a joint, one is shaped like the saddle of a horse.