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The function of a rat's ribs is to protect vital organs, such as the heart and lungs, by forming a bony cage around the thoracic cavity. Additionally, the ribs assist in the respiratory process by providing a structure for the muscles involved in breathing to attach, allowing for expansion and contraction of the chest during inhalation and exhalation.
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How many ribs do male rats have?
There are 24 ribs
How many pairs of ribs do rat have?
13 pairs which consists of 7 pair "true" ribs and 6 pair "false" ribs.
What are false ribs and their function?
False ribs are not attached to the sternum but only to the vertebrae of the spinal column. Their function is the same as the true ribs and that is protection of the heart, lungs, liver, spleen and part of the intestines.
Does a male rat have the same amount of ribs to a female rat?
Yes, both male and female rats have the same number of ribs, typically around 13 pairs. The rib cage structure is usually the same in both genders of rats.
What is the function the ribs?
to protect interior organs
What is the function of sternum?
it gives the ventral side of the ribs support
What is the function of costal cartilage of ribs in the human body?
The costal cartilage of ribs in the human body serves to connect the ribs to the sternum, allowing for flexibility and movement during breathing.
What is the function of rat lungs?
To help rats to breathe
What is the function of a rats bladder?
to hold it's urine.
What are the Function for ribs?
To protect key organs in the chest such as the heart and lungs
What bones are the most protection to the abdominal viscera?
The rib cage provides the most protection to the abdominal viscera. The ribs wrap around the viscera, such as the liver and spleen, helping to shield them from external trauma. The sternum at the front of the rib cage also contributes to protecting the organs in the abdominal cavity.
What is the function of the mammary glands of the rat?
To nurse baby rats.
