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one of a series of long, curved bones that form a bony cage to protect the heart and lungs
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cuts from the rib area along the back of the animal, usually includes portions of the backbone and rib bone.
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Bones attached to the spine and central portion of the breastbone, which support the chest wall and protect the heart, lungs, and other organs in the chest.
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bones of the skeleton protecting the internal organs of the thorax
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The curved portions of the sides immediately back and under the shoulders.
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Make of Sitka spruce, the ribs help to keep the proper forward curve in the soundboard.
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Pieces of material spaced on the inside of a canoe hull to form its frame.
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members between the keel and gunwale for supporting the hull
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Structural supports spaced at intervals along the inside of a canoe.
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Curved strips from gunnel to gunnel that form the shape of a wooden canoe hull; may also be used to add strength to the hull.
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The curved portions of the sides immediately back of the shoulders and above the belly.
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The bit when connects the running rails on a track to the spine on a steel track to which the supports are connected.
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A series of bones in the chest which form a cage and protect the organs inside.
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Curved bones connected to breastbone.
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There are 12 pairs of thin curving bones, like struts, that extend around from the spine to support the chest cavity. image
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