Question

The lungs are situated in a thoracic chamber which is formed dorsally by the a___ , ventrally by the b____ , laterally by the c_____ and on lower side by the d____

• A. $b$-sternum, $c$-diaphragm, $a$-vertebral column, $d$-ribs
• B. $a$-sternum, $c$-diaphragm, $b$-vertebral column, $d$-ribs
• C. $b$-sternum, $d$-diaphragm, $a$-vertebral column, $c$-ribs
• D. $d$-sternum, $c$-diaphragm, $a$-vertebral column, $b$-ribs

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

The thoracic chamber is formed dorsally by the vertebral column, ventrally by the sternum, laterally by the ribs and on the lower side by the dome-shaped diaphragm