Chest bones Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
How many pairs of ribs are there and there function
A
12 pairs; To protect the organs
2
Q
How many pairs of true ribs and what do they directly connect to
A
7 pairs; Connect to the costal cartilage
3
Q
How many pairs of false ribs and what makes them differenct from true ribs
A
3 pairs; Does not directly connect to the sturnum
4
Q
How many pairs of floating ribs and what makes these different
A
2 pairs; Does not connect/protects the kidneys
