Anatomy Ch 1 Notes

Question 1

True ribs

False ribs

Floating ribs

Answer 1

• 1-7 attach to sternum
• 8-10 indirect sternum
• 11-12 no sternum connection

Question 2

Typical rib parts

Answer 2

Head- articulates with its vertebra and also superior vertebra .

Neck
Tubercle - attachment for costotransverse ligament .
Body- has costal groove