Question

The total number of ribs in human body are

• A. 10
• B. 12
• C. 24
• D. 36

Answer 1

The correct option is C 24

There are twelve pairs of ribs, therefore the total number of ribs found in the human body are 24. These are of 3 types:

1. True Ribs - First 7 pair of ribs are known as true ribs as they directly connect to the sternum.

2. False Ribs - Another 3 pair of ribs are known as false ribs as they connect to the costal cartilages of the rib and not directly attach to the sternum.

3. Floating Ribs: Last 2 pair of ribs (11-12) are known as Floating ribs as they connect only at the back. Hence option C is correct.