The sternal angle is the articulation between the manubrium and the body of the sternum is at the level of the apex (inferior aspect) of the heart is the articulation between the body of the sternum and the xiphoid process is the depression or dip in the superior aspect of the manubrium
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The sternal angle is the _______ a. junction between the body and xiphoid process b. site for attachment of the clavicle c. site for attachment of the floating ribs d. junction between the manubrium and body
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