How do the joints help in movement? Explain. from Biology Locom

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89. How do the joints help in movement? Explain.


Joints are the point of contact between bones or between bones and cartilages.

Role of joints in movement :

1. Movement takes place along the joints which act as fulcrum of the lever.

2. They help in locomotion and many other movements.

3. They help to connect a bone to a bone allowing movemnt.  

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