dorsal thoracic segment of trunk
back of thorax
Subdivision of thorax, which in humans is the posterior part of the thorax and is demarcated from the chest by the external surface of the posterolateral part of the rib cage and the anterior surface of the thoracic vertebral column; together with the chest, it constitutes the thorax.
| Type | Bone |
| Parent Structure | organism subdivision |
| Latin Name | back of thorax |
| FMA ID | 24217 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the dorsal thoracic segment of trunk?
Subdivision of thorax, which in humans is the posterior part of the thorax and is demarcated from the chest by the external surface of the posterolateral part of the rib cage and the anterior surface of the thoracic vertebral column; together with the chest, it constitutes the thorax.
What is the Latin name for the dorsal thoracic segment of trunk?
The Latin name for the dorsal thoracic segment of trunk is back of thorax.
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