Anatomy and Structure of the Human Rib Cage Quiz

Test your knowledge on the structure and function of the human rib cage with these anatomy quiz questions.

#1

What is the main function of the rib cage?

To protect the heart
To support the spine
To assist in breathing
To aid in digestion
#2

How many pairs of ribs does the human rib cage typically have?

10
12
14
16
#3

In what way does the rib cage contribute to the protection of internal organs?

By filtering toxins
By absorbing nutrients
By providing a physical barrier
By regulating body temperature
#4

Which ribs are commonly referred to as 'floating ribs' due to their lack of anterior attachment?

First two pairs
Last two pairs
Middle six pairs
All ribs are floating
#5

Which structure forms the posterior border of the thoracic cage?

Sternum
Vertebral column
Clavicle
Scapula
#6

Which type of ribs are commonly referred to as 'floating ribs'?

True ribs
False ribs
Floating ribs
Vertebral ribs
#7

Which type of ribs are directly attached to the sternum by costal cartilage?

True ribs
False ribs
Floating ribs
Vertebral ribs
#8

What is the name of the joint where the rib meets the vertebral column?

Ball-and-socket joint
Hinge joint
Costovertebral joint
Synovial joint
#9

What is the name of the structure that separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity?

Diaphragm
Peritoneum
Mesentery
Epiglottis
#10

Which term is used to describe the upward movement of the ribs during inhalation?

Elevation
Depression
Expansion
Contraction
#11

Which ribs are considered typical ribs with direct anterior attachment to the sternum?

First two pairs
Last two pairs
Middle six pairs
All ribs are typical
#12

What is the primary muscle responsible for the expansion and contraction of the rib cage during breathing?

Rectus abdominis
Internal intercostals
Diaphragm
Serratus anterior
#13

Which ribs are considered floating ribs as they do not connect to the sternum or cartilage?

First two pairs
Last two pairs
Middle six pairs
All ribs connect to the sternum
#14

The costal cartilage of which ribs connects indirectly to the sternum?

Floating ribs
False ribs
True ribs
Vertebral ribs
#15

Which part of the rib articulates with the transverse processes of the thoracic vertebrae?

Head
Neck
Body
Tubercle
#16

Which part of the rib is responsible for the attachment of muscles and ligaments?

Head
Neck
Body
Tubercle
#17

What is the term for the depression or dip between adjacent ribs?

Costal groove
Intercostal space
Costal cartilage
Costal angle
#18

What is the name of the joint where the rib tubercle articulates with the transverse process of the thoracic vertebra?

Costovertebral joint
Sternocostal joint
Costotransverse joint
Costochondral joint

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