Which of the following would represent the relative position of the parts of the rib cage with respect to the heart?
A
Sternum lies in front of the heart
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B
Sternum lies behind the heart
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C
Backbone lies in front of the heart
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D
Backbone lies behind the heart
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Solution
The correct options are A Sternum lies in front of the heart D Backbone lies behind the heart ∙ 12 pairs or flat bones called ribs are connected to the flat and strong bone called sternum through the sideways. ∙ The ribs are connected to the vertebral column on the back side. ∙ This forms a cage like protective structure which holds the heart and lungs inside it. ∙Relative to the location of heart, sternum lies in the front and the vertebral column (backbone) lies at the back of the heart.