How many bones in rib cage?

The rib cage is an arrangement of bones in the thorax of most vertebrates. It is formed by the vertebral column, ribs and sternum and encloses the heart and lungs. read more

The rib cage is collectively made up of long, curved individual bones with joint-connections to the spinal vertebrae. The ribs partially enclose and protect the chest cavity, where many vital organs (including the heart and the lungs) are located. read more

The ribcage includes 24 ribs (12 on each side, the same number for males and females), the sternum (breastbone), and the 12 vertebrae of the middle back, for a total of 37 bones. read more