Match each term with its corresponding definition.
-eleventh and twelfth ribs,which have no attachment to the sternum
A)Body
B)False ribs
C)Floating ribs
D)Manubrium
E)True rib
F)Xiphoid process
G)Costal cartilage

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The eleventh and twelfth ribs are also known as floating ribs because they have no attachment to the sternum and are only connected to the spine.

Answer: B 
 The false ribs (ribs 8-10) are attached to the sternum only by their costal cartilage, giving them limited mobility.

Answer: E 
 True ribs (ribs 1-7) are attached to the sternum by their own costal cartilage, providing more stability and mobility than false ribs.

Answer: G 
 Costal cartilage is the flexible cartilage that connects the ribs to the sternum.

Answers A, D, and F do not match the given definition.

Match Each Term with Its Corresponding Definition