Study the list The vertebral column of mammals consists of the following: I. Lumbar vertebrae II. Thoracic vertebrae III. Caudal vertebrae IV Cervical verte...

Study the list
The vertebral column of mammals consists of the following:
I. Lumbar vertebrae II. Thoracic vertebrae III. Caudal vertebrae IV Cervical vertebrae V. Sacral
vertebrae.

Which of the following articulates with the ribs?

Answer Details

Option II - Thoracic vertebrae articulate with the ribs. The thoracic vertebrae are the twelve vertebrae of the upper back, between the cervical (neck) vertebrae and the lumbar vertebrae. Each thoracic vertebrae has a pair of ribs attached to it on either side. The rib bone curves around and attaches to the vertebra, forming a joint that allows for movement during breathing. Therefore, the correct answer is II.