we will die without ribs
well the ribs protect the lungs and i think the heart.
Yes, the rib cage does protect the heart.
The ribs are external to the heart
your ribs
The ribs protect your lungs (along with the sternum, which protects the heart).
your ribs protect your heart
To protect your lungs and your heart.
sternum
The lungs and heart are protected and surrounded by the ribs called the rib cage.
They protect the heart and lungs.
your ribs are like a hard shield that stands infrunt of the organs and stuff to protect it. =D