What is the Name of the Bottom Plate on a Turtle,which

Question

What is the name of the bottom plate on a turtle,which is continuous with the breastbone (sternum)?
A)Costal
B)Plastron
C)Carapace
D)Dorsum
E)Ventrum

Accepted Answer

The plastron is the bottom plate on a turtle which is continuous with the breastbone (sternum). The carapace refers to the top shell, while the costal markings are the ridges that run along the length of the carapace. The dorsum is another name for the back, and the ventrum refers to the underside of the turtle.