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Which of the choices below describes the forces that act to pull the lungs away from the thorax wall and thus collapse the lungs?
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the natural tendency for the lungs to recoil and the surface tension of the alveolar fluid
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What is pneumothorax-?
Air in the chest (Thorax) causes the lung to collapse. This can be spontaneous or after chest injuries
Which bone in the shoulder girdle articulates and transmits forces to the bony thorax?
The scapula
What is shoulder girdle bone that articulates with and transmits forces to the bony thorax?
the clavicle
Why would a person have difficulty in breathing after a car accident caused a hole in the thorax?
A hole in the thorax can cause "Pneumothorax". This is a condition where ambient air enters the chest cavity between the lungs and the lining of the chest cavity. Pneumothorax can cause the lungs to collapse because it allows air to fill the cavity without filling the lungs. If the lungs collapse you will suffocate unless you receive medical attention.
What anatomical position is the head to the thorax?
the head is superior to the thorax. the thorax is inferior to the head.
Shoulder girdle bone that articulates with and transmits forces to the bony thorax?
The clavicle is the shoulder girdle bone that articulates with and transmits forces to the bony thorax. It acts as a strut connecting the scapula to the sternum, allowing for movement and stability of the shoulder joint, as well as helping to transfer forces from the upper limb to the axial skeleton.
What body part are the legs and wings attached to?
The thorax. See the related link for more information.
What is an ants thorax?
The thorax of an ant is considered to be its powerhouse. The thorax is the portion of the body to which the ant's legs are attached. There are three sections to the thorax in ants.
Does an ant have a thorax?
The middle segment is the thorax. Insects typically have (3)-head, thorax, abdomen.
What do honey bees use their thorax?
The thorax is the middle part of the bee. The honeybee shivers the muscles in the thorax and when the thorax is warm enough the bee can fly.
What is the difference between a ladybug thorax and a ladybug abdomen?
The head is connected to the thorax and the thorax connects to the abdomen.
What is the scientific name of thorax?
Thorax is a scientific name.
