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What is Xiphoid process fuses to the body of sternum by? and explain in detail?
ANSWER: (C) 40 yearsREF: Parikh 6th edition page 2.10"Xiphoid process fuses to the body of sternum by 40 years""Manubrium fuses to the body of sternum by 60 years"FUSION OF EPIPHYSIS:RegionGirls (years)Roys (years)Elbow13-1415-17Wrist16-1718-19Shoulder17-1819-20Crest of ilium18-1920-21Ischial tuberosity21-2223-24Inner end of clavicle21-2223-24