MEDICAL
THORACIC WALL
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Question
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section of the ribs that articulate with vertebrae
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body
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head
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xiphoid process
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glenoid cavity
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Each rib articulates posteriorly with two thoracic vertebrae; by the costovertebral joint. An exception to this rule is that the first rib articulates with the first thoracic vertebra only.
Detailed explanation-2: -Lateral view, inferior surface The superior demifacet of the body of the vertebra receives the head of the rib with the same number as the vertebra of interest. For example, rib 5 articulates with thoracic vertebra 5 at its superior demifacet.
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