0
Its primary function is protection of the thoracic viscera, the heart and lungs. Its secondary function is to assist with breathing by being moved up and our (inhalation) of down and in (exhalation) but muscles called the intercostals.
Wiki User
∙ 15y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
What anatomical position is the head to the thorax?
the head is superior to the thorax. the thorax is inferior to the head.
What is the bone of Thorax?
The bony thorax is comprised of the ribs and the sternum.
What is the thorax of a butterfly?
The thorax contains the muscles needed to operate the wings and legs- in short, a butterfly cannot fly if their internal thorax temperature is below 55 to 65 degreesnot a butterfly cannot fly iif their body temperature is not over 86 degrees.the thorax operates the wings
Is the thorax subdivided superficially into four quadrants?
Is the thorax of the human body subdivided superficially into four quadrants?
Why is your lung collapsed when you get a knife wound to left side of thorax?
the left lung is located in the left thorax
What is the primary function of the deep muscles of the thorax to promote?
breathing
What are the function of spiracles which are found on the abodomen and thorax?
Simple sugars
Function of the pleura?
This serosa covers the thorax cavity, the heart, and the lungs. It gives the lungs a libricant, allowing them to move easily over the thorax wall.
What is the function of the axillary arteries?
The axillary artery moves oxygenated blood to the the upper limbs, axilla and thorax. :)
What body part are the legs and wings attached to?
The thorax. See the related link for more information.
What anatomical position is the head to the thorax?
the head is superior to the thorax. the thorax is inferior to the head.
What is an ants thorax?
The thorax of an ant is considered to be its powerhouse. The thorax is the portion of the body to which the ant's legs are attached. There are three sections to the thorax in ants.
Does an ant have a thorax?
The middle segment is the thorax. Insects typically have (3)-head, thorax, abdomen.
What do honey bees use their thorax?
The thorax is the middle part of the bee. The honeybee shivers the muscles in the thorax and when the thorax is warm enough the bee can fly.
What is the difference between a ladybug thorax and a ladybug abdomen?
The head is connected to the thorax and the thorax connects to the abdomen.
What is the scientific name of thorax?
Thorax is a scientific name.
Where is an ant thorax located?
Middle part is the thorax.
