Elbow joint is an example of:

Options

(a) hinge joint
(b) gliding joint
(c) ball and socket joint
(d) pivot joint

Correct Answer:

hinge joint

Explanation:

Elbow joint is an example of hinge joint. The elbow is a hinge joint; it can open and close like a door. Hinge joint is a form of diarthrosis (freely movable joint) that allows angular movement in one plane only, increasing or decreasing the angle between the bones e.g. elbow joint, knee joint etc.