<P> A joint or articulation ( or articular surface ) is the connection made between bones in the body which link the skeletal system into a functional whole . They are constructed to allow for different degrees and types of movement . Some joints , such as the knee , elbow , and shoulder , are self - lubricating , almost frictionless , and are able to withstand compression and maintain heavy loads while still executing smooth and precise movements . Other joints such as sutures between the bones of the skull permit very little movement ( only during birth ) in order to protect the brain and the sense organs . The connection between a tooth and the jawbone is also called a joint , and is described as a fibrous joint known as a gomphosis . Joints are classified both structurally and functionally . </P>
<P> A joint or articulation ( or articular surface ) is the connection made between bones in the body which link the skeletal system into a functional whole . They are constructed to allow for different degrees and types of movement . Some joints , such as the knee , elbow , and shoulder , are self - lubricating , almost frictionless , and are able to withstand compression and maintain heavy loads while still executing smooth and precise movements . Other joints such as sutures between the bones of the skull permit very little movement ( only during birth ) in order to protect the brain and the sense organs . The connection between a tooth and the jawbone is also called a joint , and is described as a fibrous joint known as a gomphosis . Joints are classified both structurally and functionally . </P>
he connection between a tooth and jaw bone is an example of a joint
he connection between a tooth and jaw bone is an example of a joint
gomphosis
gomphosis