EP HUMAN BIOLOGY-MODIFIED MASTERING
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780134326436
Author: Johnson
Publisher: PEARSON CO
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Chapter 4, Problem 5TY
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The thoracic cavity is also known as chest cavity. It is the cavity of the vertebrates and protected by skin, muscle, rib, cage, and fascia. It is the part of the anterior cavity. It consists of two main organs: the heart for circulation and the lungs for respiration.
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6. Define interstitial fluid.
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