What are The parts of the thoracic vertebrae that articulate with ribs are?
The parts of the thoracic vertebrae that articulate with ribs are the:
- Costal foveae: These are two small depressions on the body of the vertebra, into which the head of the rib articulates.
- Transverse processes: These are two projections that extend laterally from the body of the vertebra. The heads of the ribs articulate with the transverse processes.
- Articular facets: These are flat, smooth surfaces on the transverse processes and the body of the vertebra that allow for the articulation of the ribs.
- Costovertebral joints: These are the joints formed between the head of the rib, the costal foveae, the transverse processes, and the articular facets.
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