Across
- 4. Refers to the neck region of the spine.
- 7. Refers to the middle section of the spine where ribs attach.
- 9. A muscle of the lower back that stabilizes the 12th rib.
- 12. The upper opening of the thoracic cavity.
- 15. Connective tissue that connects bones to other bones.
- 18. Describes the 11th and 12th ribs that do not attach to the sternum.
- 20. Ligament that strengthens the connection between ribs and vertebrae.
- 22. Muscles between the ribs that help with breathing.
- 26. Flexible connective tissue found in joints and between bones.
- 27. Muscles located on the sides of the neck, aiding in respiration.
- 28. Describes the upward and forward movement of ribs during inhalation.
- 29. Describes the movement of ribs 11 and 12 during respiration.
Down
- 1. The act of expelling air from the lungs.
- 2. Cartilaginous process at the lower end of the sternum.
- 3. The main muscle used in breathing, located below the lungs.
- 5. Bones forming the spine.
- 6. Upper portion of the sternum.
- 7. Ribs that attach directly to the sternum.
- 8. Relating to the ribs.
- 10. Bones forming the thoracic cage, arranged in 12 pairs.
- 11. Describes the lateral movement of ribs during breathing.
- 13. Twisting motion, such as that of the ribs during breathing.
- 14. A small rounded projection on a bone, like the ribs.
- 16. Relating to the transverse processes of vertebrae, where ribs attach.
- 17. The small, flat surface where vertebrae or ribs articulate.
- 19. A shallow depression in the ribs that holds nerves and vessels.
- 21. The act of drawing air into the lungs.
- 23. Flat bone in the center of the chest to which ribs attach.
- 24. Muscle that aids in the movement of the rib cage during breathing.
- 25. Ribs that do not directly attach to the sternum.