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What is the scientific name for the rib cagge?
Ribcage is the scientific name.The rib cage defines the thorax, or upper body, so the medical term for rib cage is 'thoracic cage'. (Thore -ASS-ik)
Name the bones of the thoracic cage?
The ribs, the thoracic vertebrae and the sternum, some would also consider the clavicle part of the thoracic cage.
What are the 4 parts of the thoracic cage?
Sternum which is composed of manubrium, gladiolus, and xiphoid process. Ribs Costal cartilage Thoracic vertebrae
What 2 organs are protected by the thoracic cage?
The heart and lungs are protected by the thoracic cage. The ribcage surrounds and provides support to these vital organs, helping to protect them from external injuries.
Are ribs internal or external to the pulmonary area?
External. They are like a cage that protects the lungs from physical damage.
The general shape of the thoracic cage is what?
The answer is "cone-shape" noted in the Lab Book A&P CAT VERSION Eliane Mariebpage 137
Does the thoracic cavity change size and shape?
As you grow, of course the chest cavity changes shape as you grow. The thoracic cavity does change shape internally, even when the rib cage does not appear to move. The thoracic diaphragm is most important in breathing, and does much of our breathing.
What is the shape of the thoracic cage?
The answer is "cone-shape" noted in the Lab Book A&P CAT VERSION Eliane Mariebpage 137
Are ribs part of the thoracic cage?
Yep, the ribs are what make up the thoracic cage.
What are the general functions of thoracic cage?
The thoracic cage protects the heart and lungs, supports the shoulders and upper limbs, and plays a role in breathing by expanding and contracting during respiration. It also serves as an attachment point for muscles involved in arm movements and posture.
The sternum is part of the ----- a. Appendicular skelton b. Cranium c. Pelvic girdle d. Thoracic cage?
d. Thoracic cage
How many thoracic vertebrae?
The part of the skeleton enclosing the thorax, consisting of the thoracic vertebrae, ribs, coastal cartilages, and sternum.
One of the 24 in the thoracic cage?
Ribs
Does the thoracic cage house the heart and lungs?
no
What are the bones in your rib cage called?
A typical human thoracic cage consists of 24 ribs, the sternum and 12 thoracic vertebrae.
What is the scientific name for the rib cagge?
Ribcage is the scientific name.The rib cage defines the thorax, or upper body, so the medical term for rib cage is 'thoracic cage'. (Thore -ASS-ik)
When the volume of the thoracic cage decreases what pressure increases?
When the volume of the thoracic cage decreases, the pressure inside the thoracic cavity increases. This increased pressure aids in exhalation by forcing air out of the lungs.
