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Bony Thorax

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List the 3 structures that make up the bony thorax.   Sternum, Thoracic vertebrae, 12 pairs of ribs  
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What is the term for the long, middle aspect of the sternum?   Body  
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The most distal aspect of the sternum does not ossify until a person is approx _____ years of age.   40  
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The total sternum length on an average adult is about ___ inches (____ cm).   6; 15  
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The xiphoid end of the sternum is at the approximate level of the ______ vertebra.   T9-10  
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The sternal angle is angle is at the level of _________.   T4-5  
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What is the name of the joint that connects the upper limb to the bony thorax (the only bony connection between the bony thorax and upper limbs)?   Sternoclavicular joint  
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What is the name of the section of cartilage that connects the anterior end of the rib to the sternum?   Costocartilage  
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What distinguishes a true rib from a false rib?   Connection for sternum  
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T/F: The 11th and 12th ribs are classified as false and floating ribs.   True  
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T/F: The anteriior end of the ribs is called the vertebral end.   False  
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Which aspect of the ribs articulates with the transverse process of the thoracic vertebrae?   Tubercle  
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List the 3 structures found within the costal groove of each rib.   Nerve, Artery, Vein  
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Which end of the ribs is most supperior    
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