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Question
Give the location of a ball and socket joint in a human body.
Solution
It is found between the humerus and Pectoral girdle (Shoulder Joint). Femur and Acetabulum of Pelvic girdle (Hip Joint).
There are four ball and socket joints present in the human body. Two shoulder joints and two hip joints.
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