What is the name of joint between ribs and sternum?
- Cartilaginous joint
- Angular joint
- Gliding joint
- Fibrous joint
Answer
(1) Cartilaginous joint
Solution
As per NCERT, in cartilaginous joints the bones involved are joined together with the help of cartilages.
∵ The ribs are joined to the sternum by hyaline (costal) cartilage,
∴ the joint between ribs and sternum is a cartilaginous joint.
Answer: (1)