Most of the Joints in the Ankle and Wrist Are

question 31

Multiple Choice

Most of the joints in the ankle and wrist are

• A) hinge joints.
• B) pivot joints.
• C) plane joints.
• D) condylar joints.

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Definitions:

Erythropoietin

A hormone produced by the kidneys that stimulates the production of red blood cells in the bone marrow.

Mineralcorticoids

A class of steroid hormones that regulate electrolyte and water balance by the kidneys.

Testosterone

A primary male sex hormone that plays key roles in the development of male reproductive tissues and secondary sexual characteristics.

Adrenal Gland

An endocrine gland situated above each kidney that releases adrenaline and steroids, aiding in stress management and metabolic processes.