Which of the following form the thoracic cage of a human being?
A
Ribs
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B
Costal cartilage
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C
Sternum
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D
Skull
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Solution
The correct options are A Ribs B Costal cartilage C Sternum The thoracic cage protects the heart and lungs. It is composed of 12 pairs of ribs with their costal cartilages and the sternum. It also includes the thoracic vertebrae.