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Akshai has fractured one of his bones in his rib cage. Which of the following organs could be affected in the accident?

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Kidneys
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Stomach
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Lungs
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Intestine
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Solution

The correct option is C Lungs
Bones are hard. They provide support and protect the delicate organs inside the body.

Cage like structure protecting the lungs and heart over the chest is called rib cage and fracture in any of these bones will affect the organs inside it.

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