SFS Thoracic Cage

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What is the sternum?

Back

A flat bone made of three fused bones located in the thoracic cage, serving as the central part of the ribcage.

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What is the xiphoid process?

Back

The pointy inferior portion of the sternum that serves as an attachment point for muscles.

Front

What are true ribs?

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Ribs 1-7, which are directly attached to the sternum via costal cartilages.

Front

What are costal cartilages?

Back

Structures through which the ribs articulate with the sternum, allowing for flexibility and movement.

Front

What are floating ribs?

Back

Ribs 11-12, which do not attach to the sternum or to other ribs.

Front

What is the manubrium?

Back

The uppermost part of the sternum, articulating with the clavicles and the first pair of ribs.

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What is the body of the sternum?

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The central part of the sternum, located between the manubrium and the xiphoid process.

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What are false ribs?

Back

Ribs 8-10, which are indirectly attached to the sternum through the costal cartilages of the ribs above.

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What is the function of the thoracic cage?

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To protect vital organs such as the heart and lungs, and to support the upper body.

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How many pairs of ribs are in the human body?

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There are 12 pairs of ribs in the human body.