thoracic rib cage
cavea thoracis
Subdivision of skeletal system that consists of all ribs in an organism connected to the sternum and the vertebrae. Some vertebrates have abdominal ribs (gastrialia), not connected to the vertebrate - these are not considered part of the rib case.
| Tipo | Bone |
| Estructura principal | subdivision of skeleton |
| Nombre latino | cavea thoracis |
| FMA ID | 7480 |
Preguntas frecuentes
What is the thoracic rib cage?
Subdivision of skeletal system that consists of all ribs in an organism connected to the sternum and the vertebrae. Some vertebrates have abdominal ribs (gastrialia), not connected to the vertebrate - these are not considered part of the rib case.
What is the Latin name for the thoracic rib cage?
The Latin name for the thoracic rib cage is cavea thoracis.
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