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Where is the sternum located?
The sternum, also known as the breastbone, is located in the center of the chest. It connects to the ribs and collarbones and plays a crucial role in protecting the heart and lungs.
Slightly movable joints?
allow only slight movement.The joints present between the vertebrae of the backbone and the joints between the ribs and the breastbone are the examples of slightly movable joints.
What does the medical terminology combining form cost- mean?
The medical terminology combining form "cost-" refers to the ribs. It is commonly used in words like costochondritis (inflammation of the cartilage that connects the ribs to the breastbone) or costovertebral (pertaining to the ribs and vertebrae).
What are your ribs fastened to?
they are connected to the breastbone and the spine
What is the medical term pertaining to the breastbone and ribs?
Sternocostal or costosternal means pertaining to the breastbone and ribs.Costosternal
What is enclosed by the breastbone and the ribs?
Thorax is enclosed by breast bones, ribs and thoracic vertebrae.
Why ribs have joints?
Ribs have joints to protect our lungs.
What the bone in the center of the chest between the ribs?
Breastbone
What bone connects the breastbone to each shoulder bone?
The breast bone is actually between the breast and is called the sternum. The bones beneath the breast are the ribcage
What is in the bone in the center of the chest between the ribs?
It is the Sternum (breastbone).
What is the bone at the center of the ribs?
It is known as the sternumThis is the sternum or breastbone and provides an anchoring point for the chest muscles and ribs.I may or may not be wrong, but I think it might be the sternum. Hope this helped. =)Breastbone or Sternum (Scientific Name)..... Is that what you were talking about (it is between the ribs)
What makes your ribs flexible?
Your ribs are flexible due to the cartilage that connects them to the sternum and helps absorb shock. Additionally, the joints between the ribs and the spine allow for some movement. The ribs also have intercostal muscles between them that help with breathing and movement.
