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Veterinary Anatomy Practice Test

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Which term refers to bending a joint?
Correct Answer:
Flexion
Explanation:
Flexion is the movement that bends a joint, decreasing the angle between the two bones forming that joint. In practice, bending the elbow or knee brings the limb closer to the body, illustrating flexion. This is different from extension, which straightens the limb and increases the angle between the bones. Rotation involves turning a bone around its long axis without necessarily changing the joint angle. Abduction is moving a limb away from the body's midline, while eversion refers to turning the sole or paw outward. Understanding these distinctions helps you predict how each movement would affect joint angles and limb orientation.

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