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The thoracic vertebrae have several functions, but the two primary functions are as follows:
1) protect the spinal cord
2) serve as attachment points for the rib cage (which protects the vital organs)
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 11y ago- The main function is to protect the thoracic organs by providing attachment for the rib cage.
- The form part of the vertebral column which lends a stable support for the upper body.
- Their bodies protect the spinal cord.
- The thoracic vertebra form the thoracic curve, one of the 4 spinal curves that help to absorb shock and maintain balance.
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Where is the cervical vertebrae located?
The thoracic vertebrae, of which there are 12.
2 The Thoracic vertebrae is inferior to the lumbar vertebrae?
the thoracic spine is above the lumbar spine which means ALL thoracic vertebrae are superior to the lumbar vertebrae.
What are The parts of the thoracic vertebrae that articulate with the ribs are?
The ribs articulate with the thoracic vertebrae. The thoracic vertebrae also articulate with each other.
What are the names of the five different types of vertebrae in the vertebral column?
Vertebrae are divided into sections: the atlas and axis account for the first cervical vertebrae, of which there are 7 in total; there are 12 thoracic vertebrae, 7 lumbar vertebrae, 1 sacrum (5 separate vertebrae in a baby), and 1 coccyx (4 separate vertebrae in a baby).
What feature distinguishes thoracic vertebrae from other vertebrae?
Thoracic vertebrae are attached to a pair of ribs
How many thoracic vertebrae does a chimp have?
Chimpanzees have 13 thoracic vertebrae, the same number as humans.
What is the shape of the centrum of the thoracic vertebrae are?
The body or centrum of the thoracic vertebrae are heart shaped. There are twelve thoracic vertebrae in humans and they are located in the chest.
What vertebrae do the ribs attach to?
12 vertebrae have ribs attatched
Which of the vertebrae can be associated with the chest?
The thoracic vertebrae are found in the chest region of the body. Humans have twelve thoracic vertebrae which are located between the cervical and lumbar vertebrae.
What bones are attached to the thoracic vertebrae?
All ribs are attached in the back to the thoracic vertebrae.
What flat bones articulate with the thoracic vertebrae?
The ribs articulate with the thoracic vertebrae.
Is the heart medial to the thoracic vertebrae?
Yes the heart is medial to the thoracic vertebrae, and superior to the diaphragm
