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thoracic skeleton

Term ID
UBERON:0014477
Synonyms
  • skeleton of thorax
  • thoracic part of axial skeleton
  • thoracic skeleton
Definition
Subdivision of skeletal system that consists of all skeletal elements in the thoracic region of the trunk. In most vertebrates this is the rib cage and sternum. (2)
References
  • EHDAA2:0002013
  • Thoracic:skeleton
Ontology
Cell Ontology
Relationships
is part of
has parts
is a type of
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