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The pivot joint between atlas and axis is a type of:

A $Fibrous joint$
B $Cartilaginous joint$
C $Synovial joint$
D $Saddle joint$

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The joint between the first vertebra (atlas) and the second (axis) allows rotational movement. This is a pivot joint, which is a subtype of synovial joints.

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The pivot joint between atlas and axis is a type of:

A

Fibrous joint

B

Cartilaginous joint

C

Synovial joint

D

Saddle joint

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