The Thoracic Region

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What structures are found in the region between the neck and abdomen?

  • Epidermis & Dermis, Muscle & Bone, Arteries & Veins
  • Skin & Fascia, Muscle & Bone, Blood vessels & Nerves (correct)
  • Skin & Fascia, Ligaments & Tendons, Lymphatic vessels & Lymph nodes
  • Epidermis & Dermis, Ligaments & Tendons, Arteries & Veins

What is the function of the thoracic cavity?

  • Digestion of food and absorption of nutrients
  • Protection of thoracic viscera and mechanical function of breathing (correct)
  • Regulation of body temperature and elimination of waste
  • Production of red blood cells and storage of minerals

What forms the anterior boundary of the thoracic cavity?

  • Clavicles & scapulae
  • Sternum & costal cartilages (correct)
  • Humerus & radius
  • Femur & patella

Which part of the sternum articulates with the clavicles and the 1st costal cartilage?

<p>Manubrium (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What lies opposite the 3rd & 4th thoracic vertebrae?

<p>Manubrium (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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