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What system does the rib protect in the body?

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The respiratory system. The ribs form a cage around the lungs.

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What is a system that protects a supports the human body?

The skeletal, (or musculoskeletal) system supports the body. Parts of it, such as the rib cage also serve to protect vital organs.


What are rib for in your body?

To protect your lungs, heart and other vital organs


What does the lungs protect?

Your immune system and your rib cage, plus a layer of muscle


What part of the body system is the rib cage in?

torso


What is the role of the rib cage in the body?

To protect the lungs, heart and anything else important in there.


What body structure protect the lungs from outside harm?

There are several: the ribs, the thoracic vertebrae and the sternum. Together they are called the rib cage.


Does the rib protect the heart?

The ribs are external to the heart


Does the rib protect the stomsch?

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What body system cover and protect the body?

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How does the lymphatic system work with the cardiovascular system to protect the body?

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What does your rib do for you?

to protect your heart and lungs


What protect the rib cage?

bone