Each Half of the Pectoral Girdle Consists of a _______

Question

Each half of the pectoral girdle consists of a _______ and a _______.
A) sternum; vertebra
B) rib; sternum
C) scapula; clavicle
D) sternum; clavicle

Accepted Answer

The pectoral girdle is composed of two halves, each consisting of a scapula and a clavicle. The sternum and vertebrae are not part of the pectoral girdle, and ribs are not paired with any specific structure in the pectoral girdle.