How many bones are in the sternum and the ribs?

2, manubrium and the body. The xiphoid process is cartilaginous

There are 12 ribs on the left and 12 ribs on the left to give a total of 24 ribs. This is the same for men and women.

There are 24 bones in the ribs.

The sternum is comprised of 3 bones: the manubrium, the body, and the xiphoid process.

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