Difference between revisions of "Rib Cage"
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| − | The '''rib cage''' is the [[bone]]s in our [[thorax]] which | + | The '''rib cage''' is the [[bone]]s in our [[thorax]] which protect the [[lungs]] and [[heart]]. |
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| − | The '''rib cage''' is the [[bone]]s in our [[thorax]] which | + | The '''rib cage''' is the [[bone]]s in our [[thorax]] which protect the [[lungs]] and [[heart]] as well as expand and contract to allow [[breathing]]. |
Revision as of 20:54, 8 November 2018
Key Stage 3
Meaning
The rib cage is the bones in our thorax which protect the lungs and heart.
About the Rib Cage
- The rib cage is part of the breathing system.
- As air is inhaled the rib cage expands due to intercostal muscles relaxing.
- As air is exhaled the rib cage pulls inward due to intercostal muscles contracting.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
The rib cage is the bones in our thorax which protect the lungs and heart as well as expand and contract to allow breathing.