Thoracic cage Articulation of 2-9 Ribs with Vertebrae

Question 1

The superior demi-facet of the head of the rib articulates with the ______ _____ facet of the vertebra _____ its level

Answer 1

inferior costal

above

Question 2

The inferior demi-facet of the head of the rib articulates with the _____ _____ _____of the vertebrae from the _____level

Answer 2

superior costal facet

same

Question 2

The inferior demi-facet of the head of the rib articulates with the _____ _____ _____of the vertebrae from the _____level

Answer 2

superior costal facet

same

Question 3

he facet on the tubercle of the rib articulates with the corresponding facet on the ______ _______ of the vertebrae at the _____level.

Answer 3

transverse process

same

Question 4

Ribs____ _____ ____ and ____ only articulate with their own vertebra via one _____facet.

Answer 4

1, 10, 11 and 12

full