rib cage
The bony thorax of the fetal pig is primarily composed of ribs, the sternum, and the thoracic vertebrae. These structures are made of bone, which provides support and protection for the thoracic organs, such as the heart and lungs. The ribs are attached to the vertebrae at the back and curve around to connect to the sternum in the front. This framework helps to maintain the shape of the thoracic cavity during development.
The body cavity bounded by the ribs is the thoracic cavity. It contains the heart, lungs, and other structures involved in breathing and circulation.
The thoracic cavity is superior to the abdominopelvic cavity.
Thoracic cavity indicates your chest , the Abdominal cavity indicates your abdomen INFERIOR means under .Your chest is above your abdomen hence the thoracic cavity is SUPERIOR to the Abdominopelvic cavity.
The diaphragm divides the thoracic cavity from the abdominopelvic cavity.
The thoracic cage includes bony projections such as the ribs and the sternum which protect the thoracic organs including the heart and lungs. The ribs form a cage-like structure around the organs while the sternum provides additional protection and support. These bony projections help safeguard the vital organs in the chest cavity from external forces.
It's the non-bony extension (continuation) of the ribs, that connects the ribs and the sternum (breast bone), thus forming a complete framework for the thoracic space.
The thoracic framework consists of the rib cage, which is formed by the ribs, sternum, and thoracic vertebrae. On the ventral aspect, the sternum serves as the central bone, connecting to the ribs through costal cartilage. Dorsally, the thoracic vertebrae articulate with the ribs, providing support and protection for the spinal cord and thoracic organs. This framework allows for flexibility and movement while safeguarding vital structures within the thoracic cavity.
thoracic and abdominopelvic cavity
The thoracic cavity is the anatomical region with the lungs being situated inside the right and left pleural cavities that flank the pericardial cavity .
Heart is located in the thoracic cavity and the appendix is in the abdominal cavity.
thoracic and abdominopelvic cavity