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(C) The joint between the atlas ($C1$ vertebra) and the axis ($C2$ vertebra) is known as the atlanto-axial joint.This joint allows for the rotational

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Synovial joint

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(C) The joint between the atlas ($C1$ vertebra) and the axis ($C2$ vertebra) is known as the atlanto-axial joint.This joint allows for the rotational movement of the head (shaking the head 'no').It is classified as a pivot joint,which is a specific type of synovial joint.Synovial joints are characterized by the presence of a fluid-filled synovial cavity between the articulating bones,allowing for considerable movement.

List-$I$	List-$II$
$A$. Cartilaginous Joint	$I$. Between flat skull bones
$B$. Ball and Socket Joint	$II$. Between adjacent vertebrae in vertebral column
$C$. Fibrous Joint	$III$. Between carpal and metacarpal of thumb
$D$. Saddle Joint	$IV$. Between Humerus and Pectoral girdle

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