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What is the difference between a true rib and a floating rib?
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Differences between a True rib and a Floating rib are as follows:
| True rib | Floating rib |
|---|---|
| The first seven pairs of ribs are called true ribs. | The last two pairs of ribs (11th & 12th) are called floating ribs. |
| They are attached in front of the sternum by means of coastal cartilages. | They are not attached to the sternum at all. |
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