There is some disagreement about the ability of a state to rescind an amendment ratification prior to full ratification. In U.S. history, thus far, no rescinded ratifications have made a difference in the long run, though they certainly have happened, especially to the Reconstruction Amendments, 13 through 15.
The intercostal muscles are a group of 22 pairs of tiny muscles found between the ribs. These muscles play a vital role in the movement of the chest during breathing. They also help to solidify the thoracic region and protect the lungs. The 22 pairs of intercostal muscles are broken down into two groups: 11 pairs of internal intercostals and 11 pairs of external intercostals....
The external intercostal muscles consist of 11 muscles that envelop each side of the exterior of the rib cage from the back of the ribs and wrapping around where they are attached to the sternum in front.he intercostal muscles expand and compress the rib cage to allow your body to breath. The intercostal muscles are those muscle bands that surround the ribs. Intercostal muscles respond to the contraction of the diaphragm.