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The reason why the abdomen is more vulnerable to damage than other organs is because it has no bones around it to protect it. The lungs and heart for example, are somewhat protected by the rib cage and the brain is somewhat protected by the skull.
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Why is abdomen more vulnerable to damage than other organs?
The reason why the abdomen is more vulnerable to damage than other organs is because it has no bones around it to protect it. The lungs and heart for example, are somewhat protected by the rib cage and the brain is somewhat protected by the skull.
Why is the abdominal region of the body more vulnerable to damage than other areas?
The organs in the thorax are protectred by the ribs and thos in the pelvis are pretectred in the pelvic bowl but the abdomen has no bones surrounding it. The only bones ppresent n the abdomen as the lumbar vertebrae. This means the Organs are not pretected from the blows.
Area below chest containing digestive organs?
That part is called as abdomen. You have various organs in the abdomen. You have digestive system as well as excretory system in the abdomen. Few other organs like spleen and adrenal glands are also there in your abdomen.
Can a wasp live without it's abdomen?
No. As with any other insect a wasp's abdomen contains vital organs.
Fluid from heart failure first appears in what organ in the abdomen?
In the abdomen, the liver swells first, then it and other abdominal organs start to leak.
What does Chagas' disease involve?
It involves damage to the nerves that control the heart, digestive and other organs, and eventually leads to damage to these organs
What is the purpose of having ribs?
to protect interior organs
In class insecta why their sensory structure is located in posterior of their abdomen?
In an insect, the sensory structure is located in the head, not the abdomen. Its sensory organs are its antennae, which allows it to smell and taste. In some insects, like cicadas, the sensory organs are in the abdomen because they lack the same antennae as other insects.
What organs can pubic lice damage?
Pubic lice do not damage any organ, other than bites on the skin.
Why do guys punch girls in the stomach?
Woman are built differently than men and carry Reproductive organs in her abdomen. If you punch her you could damage them. That's one reason why you shouldn't. The other reason is because it's not politically correct.
What will happen if a birch tree has a trunk with no bark?
Nothing will change. It will just be more vulnerable to Cuts and Other damage
What organs can suffer complications from measles?
Inflammation of the liver, appendix, intestine, or lymph nodes within the abdomen may cause other complications.
