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Name the joint that enables the movement of head from side to side.

Pivot joint enables the movement of head from side to side.
The moving bone rotates within a ring that is formed from a second bone and adjoining ligament. Example: Atlas & Axis


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Choose the word that is different from the others in the following and give reason.

a. Clavicle b. Skull c. Femur d. Ball and socket

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Fill in the blanks:

a) A tendon connects a _______ to a _________.


b) Earthworms move with the help of body muscles and _______.


c) Bones have a layer of strong outer covering called ________.

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Which one of the following is not matched correctly?

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The skeletal system has many other functions besides helping in movements.

Do you know what they are?