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What besides the ribs protect the heart?

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Updated: 8/19/2019

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What if heart has no ribs to protect it?

we will die without ribs


What is the rib cage protects?

well the ribs protect the lungs and i think the heart.


Do ribs protect your heart?

Yes, the rib cage does protect the heart.


Who protect your heart and lungs?

your ribs


What part of the body does the ribs protect?

The ribs protect your lungs (along with the sternum, which protects the heart).


What bone protects the heart ventrally?

your ribs protect your heart


What bones do you think protect the lungs?

The lungs and heart are protected and surrounded by the ribs called the rib cage.


Why do you have ribs in your bodies?

To protect your lungs and your heart.


What protects your brain and your heart and lungs?

The breastbone (sternum) and the ribs are connected by cartilage to form the "thoracic cage" that covers the heart and lungs. It is not unusual for ribs to be fractured when using exterior compression on the heart, as is done in CPR.


How do your ribs protect your organs?

your ribs are like a hard shield that stands infrunt of the organs and stuff to protect it. =D


How do your ribs help your body?

They protect the heart and lungs.


How is heart protected from injuries?

Your ribs will protect the heart from injuries by placed in front of the heart

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