Expansion of the Rib Cage During Inhalation Is Possible Because

question 8

Multiple Choice

Expansion of the rib cage during inhalation is possible because the costovertebral joints are

• A) synovial.
• B) synchondroses.
• C) biaxial.
• D) amphiarthrotic.

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