NEET Biology NEET PYQ-Locomotion and Movement

  • question_answer
    Out of 'X' pairs of ribs in humans only 'Y' pairs are true ribs. Select the option that correctly represents values of X and Y and provides their explanation : [NEET-2017]

    A)
    X = 24, Y = 12             True ribs are dorsally attached to vertebral column but are free on ventral side

    B)
    X = 12, Y = 7   True ribs are attached dorsally to vertebral column and ventrally to the sternum

    C)
    X = 12, Y = 5   True ribs are attached dorsally to vertebral column and sternum on the two ends

    D)
    X = 24, Y = 7   True ribs are dorsally attached to vertebral column but are free on ventral side

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    [B] In human, 12 pairs of ribs are present in which 7 pairs of ribs (1st to 7th pairs) are attached dorsally to vertebral column and ventrally to the sternum.


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