IV. Basic Osteology of the Vertebral Column, Sternum and Ribs: Ribs: E) Rib 12. (Pg. 43) Flashcards
1
Q
What helps to distinguish the vertebral end of he twelfth rib from other ribs?
A
the head has a singular articular surface, the crest of the neck is poorly developed, the tubercle is absent
2
Q
What is the condition of the body (corpus or shaft) of rib 12?
A
the costal angle and costal groove are ab sent and it is the shortest of all ribs
