Question

2.CBQ - 2. Bones are a 1 necessary part of the body. They provide protection and support for the vital organs, like the heart, brain and lungs. Bones are actually living cells they grow and change over time. The whole bone structure of the body is called the skeleton. The place where two bones come together is called a joint. The knee joint is the biggest and strongest joint in the body. Ligaments link bones together at the joints. They are very strong and can stretch. Muscles are attached to bones by tendons. The muscles and tendons together allow the bones move. (a) Which of the following bones protect the heart? *​

Answer 1

Answer:

The bones of the vertebra/rib cage protect the heart and lungs

Explanation:

The rib cage consists of 24 ribs (2 sets of 12), which are attached to a long, flat bone in the centre of the chest called the sternum. ... The rib cage help protects the organs in the chest, such as the heart and lungs, from damage.