Contrary to a long-standing misconception, both men and women typically have 24 ribs – 12 pairs in total.
The myth of women having one fewer rib originated from the biblical story of Adam and Eve. However, there's no scientific basis for this belief.
Here's a breakdown:
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Most humans have 24 ribs: The vast majority of people are born with 12 pairs of ribs, for a total of 24. This is the standard human anatomy.
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Variations: In rare cases, some people might be born with an extra rib (supernumerary rib) or a missing rib (agenesis). These are genetic variations.
So, regardless of gender, the human body typically has 24 ribs unless there's a specific genetic anomaly.