83 Views

thoracic chamber main features


chaudharybattery95 26th Sep, 2020
Answer (1)
Sahithi 26th Sep, 2020
  • Throacic cavity is also called as chest cavity the second largest hollow space in the body. It is enclosed by the ribs, the vertebral column, and the sternum, or thd breastbone, and is separated from the abdominal cavity which is the body's largest hollow space by a muscular and membranous partition, the diaphragm.
  • The thoracic cavity is actually composed of three spaces each lined with mesothelium, a special film-like tissue that separates vital organs. The pleural cavities surround the lungs, while the pericardial cavity surrounds and protects the heart.

Related Questions

Amity University-Noida B.Tech...
Apply
Among top 100 Universities Globally in the Times Higher Education (THE) Interdisciplinary Science Rankings 2026
VIT - VITEEE 2026
Apply
National level exam conducted by VIT University, Vellore | Ranked #16 by NIRF for Engg. | NAAC A++ Accredited
Amity University-Noida M.Tech...
Apply
Among top 100 Universities Globally in the Times Higher Education (THE) Interdisciplinary Science Rankings 2026
Great Lakes Institute of Mana...
Apply
Globally Recognized by AACSB (US) & AMBA (UK) | 17.8 LPA Avg. CTC for PGPM 2025
K J Somaiya Institute of Mana...
Apply
Highest Package 27.25 LPA | Top 100 Average package 16.65 LPA | AACSB Accredited | Ranked 52 by QS International
Amrita University B.Tech 2026
Apply
Recognized as Institute of Eminence by Govt. of India | NAAC ‘A++’ Grade | Upto 75% Scholarships | Application Deadline: 15th Jan
View All Application Forms

Download the Careers360 App on your Android phone

Regular exam updates, QnA, Predictors, College Applications & E-books now on your Mobile

150M+ Students
30,000+ Colleges
500+ Exams
1500+ E-books