English National Curriculum - Science Science

2. Compare the motion of different joints

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Describe different types of joint

Explain what joints are utilised to allow certain movements

Identify - from images - a joint type

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joint

the meeting place between two bones

pivot joint

a joint that only allows rotation around one axis

hinge joint

a joint which allows movement in one direction

plane joint

a type of joint which allows a small amount of movement as two bones slide over each other

ball and socket joint

a joint which allows movement in all directions as well as rotation

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Rebecca Willerton

Rebecca studied Psychology at the University of York before working in a variety of roles - in both the UK and internationally - where she assisted individuals with neurodegenerative and developmental conditions. She then completed her science teacher training with the National STEM centre, Royal Society of Chemistry and the Association for Science Education. Rebecca teaches biology and chemistry at Key Stage 4 and general science at Key Stage 3, and has also ran neuroscience and eco clubs at her school. 

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