Human-Physiologylocomotion-And-Movement-5

ComponentRibsJointsVertebrae
Count/Types24 ribs: True (1-7), False (8-10), Floating (11-12)Types: Fibrous, Cartilaginous, Synovial33 total: Cervical (7), Thoracic (12), Lumbar (5), Sacral (5), Coccygeal (4)
StructurePairs attached to the sternum (directly or indirectly)Connect bones, vary in mobilityEach has a central body, vertebral arch, attachment processes
FunctionsProtect heart/lungs, support upper body, assist breathingEnable movement, absorb shock, load distributionProtect spinal cord, support head/body, movement facilitation, attachment points


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