Thoracic and Upper Limb Bones

Front

How many pairs of true ribs are there?

Back

7

Front

How many pairs of false ribs are there?

Back

5

Front

What is the name of the bone that connects the arm to the body?

Back

Clavicle

Front

What is the name of the shoulder blade?

Back

Scapula

Front

What are the lowest two false ribs called?

Back

Floating ribs

Front

What is the primary function of the rib cage?

Back

To protect the thoracic cavity and support breathing.

Front

What type of joint connects the ribs to the sternum?

Back

Costal cartilage.

Front

What is the anatomical term for the upper limb bones?

Back

Humerus, radius, ulna, carpals, metacarpals, phalanges.

Front

What is the difference between true ribs and false ribs?

Back

True ribs are directly attached to the sternum, while false ribs are not.

Front

How many total ribs are in the human body?

Back

24 ribs (12 pairs).