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What allows the lungs to move freely in the thorax due to the secretion of a serous fluid?
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∙ 12y ago
When you inhale your diaphragm contracts and moves down allowing some extra space. The muscles between your ribs also contract forcing them out also allowing more space. So there is more wiggle room for the lungs when you inhale.
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What is pluera?
Each of a pair of serous membranes lining the thorax and enveloping the lungs
The watery fluid that lubricates the membranes forming the inner lining of the thorax is called?
serous fluid
What does the the bony thorax protect?
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What is the difference between a ladybug thorax and a ladybug abdomen?
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How many joint legs do a bess beetle have?
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What is the scientific name of thorax?
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