2017年11月26日 · Actually the function of the floating ribs is not yet understood to the perfect extent. But, floating ribs provide bit protection to the contents in the abdominal cavity. But these aren't as important and protective as the true ribs are. However, presence of floating ribs in their proper position is vital for normal body function because if these displace from their original …

2016年6月4日 · The human Thoracic Cavity is composed of 24 ribs, 12 pairs. The human Thoracic Cavity is composed of 24 ribs, 12 pairs. The first seven pairs have origins at the Thoracic Vertebra 1-7 and attach directly to the sternum. Rib pairs 8,9 and 10 have origins at Thoracic Vertebrae 8-10 and attach to the sternum and ribs above them by Costal cartilage. Rib pairs …