XIV. Ribs Flashcards
1
Q
In what part of the rib will primary centers of ossification appear?
A
the body (corpus, shaft)
2
Q
In what parts of the rib will secondary centers of ossification appear?
A
the head, articular surface of the tubercle and the non-articular surface of the tubercle
3
Q
Which ribs will demonstrate primary centers of ossification for the body (corpus or shaft)?
A
all ribs; ribs 1-12
4
Q
Which ribs will demonstrate secondary centers of ossification?
A
ribs 1-10
5
Q
How do ribs 11 and 12 differ in ossification centers from typical ribs?
A
ribs 11 or 12 do not have secondary centers of ossification
