The Structure Labeled Iii Is the Costocartilage

question 67

Multiple Choice

The structure labeled iii is the costocartilage:

• A)of the tenth rib.
• B)portion of the first false rib.
• C)of the last true rib.
• D)of the sixth rib.

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Definitions:

Xanthophylls

A class of oxygen-containing carotenoid pigments responsible for many of the yellow, orange, and red hues in plants.

Alginic Acid

A polysaccharide distributed widely in the cell walls of brown algae, used as a food thickener and pharmaceutical ingredient.

Brown Algae

A large group of mostly marine, multicellular algae, including many seaweeds commonly found in colder waters.

Emulsifying Agent

A substance that helps to mix two immiscible liquids, such as oil and water, to form a stable mixture called an emulsion.