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Which endocrine gland is located near the midline in the anterior of the thoracic cavity?
thymus
Where are a women's breasts?
Women's breasts are located on the anterior upper half of the thoracic cavity on either side of the midline.
What gland is located near the midline in the anterior portion of the thoracic cavity.?
The thyroid gland sits near the midline and regulates nearly every cell in your body, as well as various organs and tissues.Additionally, the thyroid is responsible for controlling energy consumption, body temperature, weight, and heart rate; as well as your overall body metabolism.
What bone lies in the anterior midline of the thorax?
the sternum
What is MEDIAL to the breast?
The sternum and rib cage are medial to the breast.
Is the heart anterior or lateral to the sternum?
The heat is posterior to the sternum, not anterior. It is a midline structure, like the sternum, so it is not lateral to the sternum.
Is the heart positioned between the lungs in the thoracic cavity?
No, the heart is placed more towards the left lung, anterior to the vertebral column and posterior to the sternum. That is why in 95% of the world population there are only two lobes on the left lung and three on the right.
The heart is located in what region of the chest?
The heart is located in the mediastium thoracic cavity, slightly left of the midline.
What is the cardiac mark on a spider?
An elongate midline mark on the anterior, dorsal surface of the abdomen which overlies the heart
What is the band of tough connective tissue in the midline of the anterior wall calledjand serves as a muscle attachment?
The band of tough connective tissue in the midline of the anterior wall is called the linea alba. It serves as an attachment site for abdominal muscles, providing support and stability to the abdominal wall.
Is the parotid salivary gland located in the anterior triangle of the neck?
Yes, the parotid salivary gland is located in the lateral aspect of the face, just below and in front of the ear. It is not located within the anterior triangle of the neck, which is defined by the sternocleidomastoid muscle, the midline of the neck, and the inferior border of the mandible.
What orientation terms have opposite meaning in humans?
In humans, the orientation terms "superior" and "inferior" have opposite meanings, with "superior" referring to structures located toward the head or upper part of the body, while "inferior" refers to structures located toward the feet or lower part. Additionally, "anterior" and "posterior" are opposites, with "anterior" indicating the front of the body and "posterior" indicating the back. Another pair is "medial," which refers to structures closer to the midline of the body, and "lateral," which refers to structures farther from the midline.
