What Type of Joint Is Characterized by Articulating Bones with a Deeper

question 83

Multiple Choice

What type of joint is characterized by articulating bones with a deeper complementary fit, one with a convex surface and the other with a concave surface?

• A) saddle joint
• B) pivot joint
• C) hinge joint
• D) ball ^-and ^-socket joint

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Definitions:

Addendum

The radial distance from the pitch circle of a gear to the top of the teeth.

Dedendum

The distance from the pitch circle of a gear to the bottom of the tooth groove.

Working Depth

Working depth pertains to the depth of engagement between two mating gears, specifically the depth to which a tooth enters into the gap between teeth on the opposing gear.

Whole Depth

The total depth of a gear tooth space, from the top of the tooth to the root, in mechanical engineering.