Match each term with its corresponding definition.
-First seven pairs of ribs that attach directly 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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True ribs are the first seven pairs of ribs that attach directly to the sternum.

Answer: B 
 False ribs are the next five pairs of ribs that attach to the cartilage of the seventh rib.

Answer: C 
 Floating ribs are the last two pairs of ribs that do not attach to the sternum.

Answer: D 
 Manubrium is the upper portion of the sternum that articulates with the clavicles and first pair of ribs.

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

Answer: A 
 Body is the main portion of the sternum that lies between the manubrium and the xiphoid process.

Answer: F 
 Xiphoid process is the small, cartilaginous extension at the end of the sternum.

Match Each Term with Its Corresponding Definition