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There is one last component of the axial skeleton we did not cover last lab: the thoracic cage, also called the rib cage. The thoracic cage surrounds and protects the heart and lungs in the thoracic cavity. It consists of the ribs, the sternum, and the thoracic vertebrae, to which the ribs articulate.

We examined the thoracic vertebrae last lab, so here we will only examine the ribs and sternum.

There are twelve pairs of ribs. The number is the same in both males and females. Each pair articulates with a different thoracic vertebra on the posterior side of the body. The most superior rib is designated rib 1 and it articulates with the T1 thoracic vertebrae. The rib below that is rib 2, and it connects to the T2 thoracic vertebra, and so on. Ten of the twelve ribs connect to strips of hyaline cartilage on the anterior side of the body. The cartilage strips are called costal cartilage (“costal” is the anatomical adjective that refers to the rib) and connect on their other end to the sternum.

On an individual rib, one end has various processes, facets, and bumps. This is the end that articulates with the vertebra. The other end is blunt and smooth. This is the end that connects to costal cartilage (unless it is a floating rib. See below.)

Ribs 1-7 are called the true ribs. Each true rib connects to its own strip of costal cartilage, which in turn connects to the sternum. Ribs 8-12 are called the false ribs. Ribs 8, 9, and 10 do connect to the sternum, but the costal cartilage of each of these ribs connects to the costal cartilage of the rib above it, rather than directly to the sternum. Ribs 11 and 12 do not have any costal cartilage connected to them at all, and in addition to being grouped in the false ribs, these two are also called floating ribs, to reflect that fact.

The sternum has three parts. The manubrium, at the superior end of the sternum, and wider than the rest of the bone, provides articulation points for the clavicles and for the costal cartilage extending from rib 1. The central, thin body provides articulation points for costal cartilage from ribs 2 through 7. The xiphoid process which hangs down at the inferior end of the process (“xiphoid” is from the Greek for sword), starts out as cartilage, and does not typically ossify into bone until an individual is about 40 years old.

Anyone who uses Apple’s earphones knows the exclusivity of using such a product. The proprietary lightning cable and the optimized hardware for Mac and iOS make it difficult for people to use Apple’s headphones with any non-Apple product.

Now imagine if you were put in a position where you had no other choice but to use your Apple EarBuds as a mic on PC for an important Skype, Zoom, or Slack call. The compatibility issues with the conflicting devices is more than just a minor inconvenience. It can really make you feel like you’re not making the most out of your Apple headphones.

That’s why we’ve made this step-by-step guide that will not only help you use your Apple earbuds as a mic on PC, but also as your main headphone audio source as well. So keep reading to find out more!

Although it may not be intended, your Apple headphones can indeed work effectively as a mic on your PC.

However, because most of Apple’s hardware is specifically designed for Macbook and other Apple products, it isn’t surprising that you’ll run into some compatibility issues connecting with non-Apple products.

Connecting your Apple earbuds to your PC won’t be a simple plug and play experience compared to if you were to connect them to your Macbook or iPhone. These earbuds just work more optimally on Apple devices.

There’s no need to worry though! We’ll give you detailed step by step instructions on how to use Apple headphones on PC. Not only will you be able to use them as your main source of audio on PC, but you’ll also be able to use them as a mic as well.

The easiest way to use Apple earbuds as a mic on a PC is to have EarPods that already have a built-in 3.5mm jack. However, if your earbuds use Apple’s proprietary lightning cable, then you’ll need the next item.

You’ll need a female lightning cable to USB-A connector if your Apple headphones have a lightning cable and you want to use it as a mic on your PC or laptop. Quite frankly, due to proprietary hardware and manufacturer limitations, this is the only option available.

Here’s a great lightning to USB-A connector audio adapter and a video of the product for you to check out.

An audio splitter is a device that splits a singular audio signal to 2 or more paths, however this device is only really needed if your PC has a dedicated headphone and microphone jack port.

You’ll find that the process on how to use Apple headphones as a mic on PC has six simple steps. But before anything else, make sure to clean your device properly to avoid any dirt-related issues.

The first thing you have to do is identify the recording slot of your computer or laptop. Most computers and laptops nowadays have a single audio slot, which means you can simply plug your headphones in. However, some computers still have two separated slots, one dedicated to headphone audio and the other to recording/mic input.

If your PC has two slots and you want to use your Apple earbuds as a mic, simply determine the recording slot which is usually colored in pink and/or marked with a mic symbol.

Now that you’ve determined the recording slot of your PC, simply plug in your Apple earbuds to the designated slot.

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On the off chance that your PC doesn’t recognize your Apple headphones, here’s what you should do.

Here’s how you can set your Apple earbuds as a mic and headphones for your Zoom calls and meetings.

If Slack has been granted access to your PC’s chosen default microphone/Apple EarBuds (which is usually the case in most scenarios), then it should automatically be able to recognize your earphones and work as a mic with no problems whatsoever.

However, if you still experience audio issues and people can’t hear you during a Slack call, follow these steps to use the right device.

It’s important to note that the steps to use AirPods as a mic for your PC differ from the methods we’ve discussed so far. If you tried connecting them to your PC and can’t seem to make the mic work for your calls and applications, here’s what you should do.

If you’re using your Airpods with your iPhone, make sure that the ‘Automatic Ear Detection’ is turned off. This ensures that your Airpods will work continuously even when they accidentally fall out of your ears, and, ultimately, interrupting any phone call you may be having.

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