Question : 11^(th) and 12^(th) pair of ribs which are imperfectly formed and do not reach the sternum are called

Question : 11^(th) and 12^(th) pair of ribs which are imperfectly form

1.	Question : 11^(th) and 12^(th) pair of ribs which are imperfectly formed and do not reach the sternum are called
Answer» Pseudo fa,se ribs floting ribs visceral ribs. Solution :The last two pairs of ribs (`11^(th)` and `12^(th)`) are called floating ribs as their anterior ENDS are not attached to either the STERNUM or the cartilage of another rib. The floating ribs provide PROTECTION to KIDNEYS.