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rib |
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ID |
http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/UBERON_0002228 |
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label |
rib |
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prefixIRI |
UBERON:0002228 |
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prefLabel |
rib |
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UBPROP_0000007 |
costal |
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UBPROP_0000008 |
In most vertebrates, ribs surround the chest. In some species, especially snakes, ribs may provide support and protection for the entire body |
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UBPROP_0000009 |
They protect and support internal organs and enable lungs to expand by expanding the chest. |
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