The Sternum Flashcards
1
Q
The bony structure that forms the “upper portion” of the sternum.
A
Manubrium
2
Q
The bony structure that forms the “middle portion” of the sternum.
A
Gladiolus
3
Q
Made of cartilage, it forms the “lower portion” of the sternum.
A
Xiphoid Process
4
Q
aka “Breastbone”. This is the bone located in the middle of the chest.
A
Sternum
