The thoracic cavity is the superior subdivision of the anterior cavity, is enclosed by the rib cage, and contains the lungs and the heart, with the heart located in the mediastinum.

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  Chapter 1. Body Structure – Human Anatomy and Physiology I

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• heart concept
• lungs concept
• thoracic cavity concept