1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology
Organization of the Body: Body Cavities
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Practice this topic
- Multiple Choice
During a dissection, three of the following organs can be observed by making a single large incision. One cannot be observed by that same incision. Which organ would require its own incision to observe?
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What are the two subdivisions of the anterior body cavity?
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Boxers are taught to tense their muscles to protect themselves from the impact of punches. This is especially true for punches to the abdomen. Why do you think this is the case?
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The two divisions of the posterior body cavity are the _____ and______ body cavities.
361views - Multiple ChoiceThe ventral body cavity is subdivided into which of the following sets of cavities?171views
- Textbook Question
Which ventral cavity subdivision has no bony protection?
a. Thoracic cavity
b. Abdominal cavity
c. Pelvic cavity
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Which of the following relationships is incorrect?
a. Visceral peritoneum/outer surface of small intestine
b. Parietal pericardium/outer surface of heart
c. Parietal pleura/wall of thoracic cavity
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Which of the following organ systems—digestive, respiratory, reproductive, circulatory, urinary, or muscular—are found in both subdivisions of the ventral body cavity?
Which are found in the thoracic cavity only?
In the abdominopelvic cavity only?
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