Question

The rib cage has 12 pairs of ribs. Which cartilage attaches the front ends of the first seven pairs of ribs to the sternum? What is the name of these seven sets of ribs?

The front ends of the first seven pairs of ribs attach directly to the sternum via____
cartilages. These seven ribs are called____
ribs.

Answer 1

The Thoracic cage is formed by the sternum. Ribs 1-7 are classified as the true ribs (vertebrosternal ribs). I hope this helped you!