I had this for my anatomy class, and my teacher told us it was an upside down ice cream cone.
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)
The ribs, the thoracic vertebrae and the sternum, some would also consider the clavicle part of the thoracic cage.
Sternum which is composed of manubrium, gladiolus, and xiphoid process. Ribs Costal cartilage Thoracic vertebrae
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.
External. They are like a cage that protects the lungs from physical damage.
The answer is "cone-shape" noted in the Lab Book A&P CAT VERSION Eliane Mariebpage 137
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.
The answer is "cone-shape" noted in the Lab Book A&P CAT VERSION Eliane Mariebpage 137
Yep, the ribs are what make up the 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.
d. Thoracic cage
The part of the skeleton enclosing the thorax, consisting of the thoracic vertebrae, ribs, coastal cartilages, and sternum.
Ribs
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A typical human thoracic cage consists of 24 ribs, the sternum and 12 thoracic vertebrae.
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, the pressure inside the thoracic cavity increases. This increased pressure aids in exhalation by forcing air out of the lungs.