| Front | Manubrium |
|---|---|
| Back | Structure: broad, upper part of sternum anterior to T3/4 vertebrae, has palpable notch on the top (jugular/suprasternal notch) Functions: 1. articulates bilaterally with heads of clavicles at synovial sternoclavicular joint 2. articulates with 1st costal cartilage |
Tags: osteology
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