What structure protects the lungs from outside harm?

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.

What behaviors can harm your lungs and heart?

What behaviors can harm you lungs and heart?

What bones protects certain internal organs of the body?

The skeleton protects internal organs.HeadThe skull protects the brain.SpineThe spinal vertebral bodies protect the spinal cord.ChestThe clavicle on each side helps protect the neck, major arteries, the lungs, and helps give structure and support for the ribs.The sternum down the front of the chest protects the heart.The ribcage protects the heart, lungs, the diaphragm, the liver, spleen, pancreas, and gallbladder, and to a lesser extent the kidneys.PelvisThe pelvic bone gives structure and with the spine and hip bones protects the ureters leading from the kidneys to the bladder and protects the bladder also. It protects arteries on both sides of the groin/upper thigh. In females, it protects the uterus, fallopian tubes and ovaries.Legs / armsThe thigh bone in part protects the femoral artery running from the groin to the popliteal artery behind the knee. The bone also gives structure for muscles, ligaments, etc. that allow movement, just like in the arms. The upper arm protects the brachial artery and radial artery.The major arteries are vital for continued life.The major organs include: the brain, heart, lungs, kidneys, liver, and to a lesser extent, the spleen. But if the spleen is injured, the person can bleed to death.

Why do lungs crystallize?

my lungs has black spots on them and they say it crystllize on my lungs what is it is it harm full to me.

Who protects gray wolves from harm?

humans

What are analogies for cell wall?

An analogy for a cell wall could be a protective fence around a house that provides structure and support. Another analogy could be the walls of a fortress that safeguard and defend the inhabitants within.

What is External structure of animals?

The external structures of animals protect the animal from harm to internal organs. An example of an external structure is the skin and fur on a bear. The skin protects the internal organs, and the fur protects the skin.

Do zoos harm animals or protects them?

Both, they harm them by taking them out of their natural habitat, but protect them from predators.

Why does smoke harm your lungs?

chemicals in the smoke

How is a skeleton important to humans?

it protects our inner organs from harm.

Will it harm the baby if you suntan outside?

It wont do the baby any harm at all if you are pregnant suntanning outside.

Can flour harm if snorted or smoked?

As with any dust-like material, flour can harm your lungs if inhaled