Asked by Stephanie Lenihan on Jul 29, 2024
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In the thoracic cavity,the space containing the heart is known as the ________ cavity.
A) pleural
B) abdominal
C) ventral
D) pericardial
Pericardial
Relating to the pericardium, the protective membrane surrounding the heart.
Pleural
Pertaining to the pleura, the membrane surrounding the lungs and lining the chest cavity.
Abdominal
Relating to the abdomen, the body region between the thorax (chest) and pelvis.
- Explain the significance of body cavities in relation to housing organs.
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Becky TarangoAug 03, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The pericardial cavity is the space in the thoracic cavity that contains the heart. The pleural cavity contains the lungs, the abdominal cavity contains abdominal organs, and the ventral cavity is a general term for the entire front part of the trunk of the body, which includes the thoracic and abdominal cavities.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the significance of body cavities in relation to housing organs.