Costochondral, Sternocostal, Interchondral, and Sternal Joints Flashcards
1
Q
What is the classification of the first sternocostal or sternochondral joint?
A
Cartilaginous (amphiarthrosis) Synchondrosis
2
Q
What is the classification of the 2nd-7th sternocostal or sternochondral joint?
A
Synovial Plane (diarthrosis arthroidia)
3
Q
Which of there sternocostal or sternochondral ligaments is unique to the second sternocostal or sternochondral joint?
A
Intra-articular Ligament
4
Q
What is the classification of the 6th-9th interchondral joints?
A
Synovial Plane (diarthrosis arthrodia)
5
Q
What is the classification of the 5-6th or 9-10th intercondral joint?
A
Fibrous (amphiarthrosis) Syndesmosis
6
Q
Which costal cartilages fail to form a joint at their sternal end?
A
11th and 12th Costal Cartilages
