thoracic cavity [Gk, thorax, chest; L, cavum] , the cavity enclosed by the ribs, the thoracic part of the vertebral column, the sternum, the diaphragm, and associated muscles.
thoracic cavity
thoracic cavity [Gk, thorax, chest; L, cavum] , the cavity enclosed by the ribs, the thoracic part of the vertebral column, the sternum, the diaphragm, and associated muscles.