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Q. $11^{th}$ and $12^{th}$ pair of ribs which are imperfectly formed and do not reach the sternum are called

Locomotion and Movement

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.