Asked by Kirti Kulkarni on Sep 23, 2024
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The costae are also known as the:
A) thoracic cage.
B) thoracic vertebrae.
C) ribs.
D) sternum.
Costae
The ribs, forming part of the human thoracic skeleton that protects the chest cavity and supports the chest wall.
- Distinguish between the anatomical characteristics of true ribs, false ribs, and floating ribs.
Verified Answer
JO
Joseline Ortega2 days ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The costae are commonly known as the ribs. The thoracic cage is the bony structure that includes the ribs, sternum, and thoracic vertebrae. However, the term "costae" specifically refers to the individual bones that make up the ribs.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between the anatomical characteristics of true ribs, false ribs, and floating ribs.