How many ribs are there in the human body?

Correct option is C

The Correct Answer is 24
The human body typically has 24 ribs, organized in 12 pairs. These ribs are divided into two categories:
· True ribs: The first 7 pairs of ribs (1st to 7th) are called true ribs, and they directly connect to the sternum (breastbone) through their cartilage.
· False ribs: The next 3 pairs of ribs (8th to 10th) are called false ribs. They do not directly connect to the sternum but are connected to the cartilage of the 7th rib.
· Floating ribs: The last 2 pairs of ribs (11th and 12th) are called floating ribs. They do not have any attachment to the sternum or cartilage and are only attached at the back to the vertebrae.
Information Booster:
Ribs play a critical role in protecting the organs in the chest, such as the heart and lungs.
· 24 ribs: These are found in most humans, divided into 12 pairs.
· True ribs: First 7 pairs.
· False ribs: Next 3 pairs, indirectly connected to the sternum.
· Floating ribs: Last 2 pairs, which are not attached to the sternum.