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What is the primary function of the thoracic cage?
What is the primary function of the thoracic cage?
- To protect the organs of the thorax (correct)
- To provide a site for muscle attachment
- To support the lower limbs
- To facilitate digestion
What are the floating ribs?
What are the floating ribs?
- Ribs that are the longest in the rib cage
- Ribs that are located at the top of the rib cage
- Ribs that do not join the sternum at all (correct)
- Ribs that articulate directly with the sternum
Where is the manubrium located?
Where is the manubrium located?
- At T7-T8
- At T5-T6
- At T3-T4 (correct)
- At T1-T2
What is the shape of the scapula?
What is the shape of the scapula?
What does the body of the sternum provide attachment to?
What does the body of the sternum provide attachment to?
Which components make up the thoracic cage?
Which components make up the thoracic cage?
How many pairs of ribs articulate directly with the sternum?
How many pairs of ribs articulate directly with the sternum?
What is the function of the clavicle in the human body?
What is the function of the clavicle in the human body?
What anatomical structure has a sword-like shape?
What anatomical structure has a sword-like shape?
What is the total number of ribs in the human rib cage?
What is the total number of ribs in the human rib cage?
Flashcards
Thoracic Cage Components
Thoracic Cage Components
The thoracic cage consists of thoracic vertebrae, ribs, and the sternum.
Number of Ribs
Number of Ribs
There are 12 pairs of ribs.
True Ribs
True Ribs
The first 7 pairs of ribs are true ribs, directly connecting to the sternum.
Clavicle Function
Clavicle Function
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Xiphoid Process Shape
Xiphoid Process Shape
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What protects the heart and lungs?
What protects the heart and lungs?
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How many ribs are there?
How many ribs are there?
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What are true ribs?
What are true ribs?
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Study Notes
Thoracic Cage Components
- Components: Thoracic vertebrae, ribs, sternum
- Number of rib pairs: 12 pairs
- True ribs: First 7 pairs that articulate directly with the sternum
- Floating ribs: Last 2 pairs that do not articulate with the sternum
- Function of the thoracic cage: Protect organs of the thorax; support the lower limbs; provide a site for muscle attachment.
Clavicle Function
- Function: Attaches the upper limb to the trunk
Xiphoid Process Shape
- Shape: Sword-shaped
Rib Cage Locations
- Top of rib cage: Ribs T1-T2, (manubrium)
- Correct placement of thoracic vertebrae in the cage: T3-T4, T5-T6, and T7-T8
Scapula Shape
- Shape: Triangular
Sternum Attachment
- Attachment: The body of the sternum attaches to the ribs
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Explore the intricate components and functions of the thoracic cage through this quiz. Test your knowledge on the vertebrae, ribs, and sternum, and discover their roles in protecting vital organs and supporting the upper limbs.
