Organs of the Abdominal and Pelvic Cavities: Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a layer of the stomach wall, counting from the stomach lumen to the abdominal cavity?

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Parietal peritoneum

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Mucosa

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Submucosa

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Muscularis propria

Question 2

What is the primary function of the ileocecal valve?

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Prevents reflux of colonic contents back into the ileum

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Absorbs water and electrolytes from the small intestine

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Controls the release of bile from the gallbladder

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Secretes enzymes that aid in digestion

Question 3

Which of the following is the largest lobe of the liver?

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Right lobe

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Left lobe

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Quadrate lobe

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Caudate lobe

Question 4

What is the primary role of the pancreas?

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Production of digestive enzymes and hormones

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Storage of bile

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Detoxification of blood

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Absorption of nutrients

Question 5

Which of the following structures is responsible for filtering blood and producing urine?

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Kidneys

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Ureters

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Bladder

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Urethra

Question 6

What is the name of the duct that carries bile from the liver and gallbladder to the duodenum?

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Common bile duct

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Hepatic duct

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Cystic duct

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Pancreatic duct

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a pelvic organ in females?

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Prostate gland

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Uterus

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Ovaries

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Fallopian tubes

Question 8

What is the main function of the peritoneum?

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Lines the abdominal and pelvic cavities and covers the abdominal organs

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Secretes digestive enzymes

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Controls blood pressure

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Produces urine

Question 9

Which type of muscle tissue is found in the walls of hollow organs in the abdominal and pelvic cavities?

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Smooth muscle

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Skeletal muscle

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Cardiac muscle

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT an organ of the abdominal cavity?

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Brain

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Liver

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Stomach

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Pancreas

Question 11

The structure responsible for producing and releasing bile is the:

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Liver

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Gallbladder

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Spleen

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Pancreas

Question 12

Which of the following is the primary site of glucose absorption?

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Small intestine

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Stomach

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Large intestine

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Esophagus

Question 13

The organ responsible for filtering blood and producing urine is the:

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Kidney

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Liver

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Ureter

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Bladder

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a layer of the abdominal wall?

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Bone

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Skin

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Muscle

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Fat

Question 15

Which of the following hormones is responsible for stimulating gastric acid secretion?

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Gastrin

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Insulin

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Glucagon

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Adrenaline

Question 16

The organ located in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen and responsible for bile production is the:

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Liver

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Gallbladder

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Kidney

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Stomach

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT an organ of the abdominal cavity?

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Brain

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Liver

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Stomach

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Spleen

Question 18

The primary function of the pancreas is to produce:

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Insulin and glucagon

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Bile

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Gastric juices

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Urinary filtrate

Question 19

Which of the following is located in the right hypochondriac region of the abdomen?

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Liver

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Spleen

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Pancreas

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Stomach

Question 20

The cecum is a part of which organ?

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Large intestine

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Small intestine

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Stomach

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Pancreas

Question 21

The spleen is primarily involved in:

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Immune function

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Digestion

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Hormone production

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Excretion

Question 22

Which of the following is the primary lymphatic organ of the abdomen?

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Spleen

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Liver

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Pancreas

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Kidneys

Question 23

The peritoneal cavity is lined by which type of membrane?

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Serous membrane

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Mucous membrane

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Epithelial membrane

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Fibrous membrane

Question 24

How do the abdominal and pelvic organs typically change with age?

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Experience atrophy and decreased blood flow

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Maintain their size and function throughout life

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Become more resistant to diseases and infections

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Are equally affected by aging

Question 25

Which embryonic germ layers contribute to the development of organs within the abdominal and pelvic cavities?

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Endoderm, mesoderm, and ectoderm

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Endoderm and mesoderm only

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Ectoderm only

Question 26

A perforated gastric ulcer can lead to which of the following pathophysiological consequences?

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Peritonitis

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Bowel Obstruction

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Ascites

Question 27

Which of the following organs is located in the pelvic cavity, rather than the abdominal cavity?

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Uterus

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Liver

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Stomach

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Brain

Question 28

The primary function of the gallbladder is to:

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Store and concentrate bile

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Produce bile

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Metabolize bile

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Excrete bile

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a component of the urinary system?

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Gallbladder

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Bladder

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Ureters

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Kidneys

Question 30

Which of the following blood vessels is responsible for supplying oxygenated blood to the intestines?

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Superior mesenteric artery

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Inferior mesenteric artery

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Renal artery

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Hepatic artery

Question 31

The appendix is a vestigial organ that likely:

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Has no known function

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Stores digestive enzymes

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Produces hormones

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Filters waste products

Question 32

Which of the following muscles is responsible for extending the hip joint?

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Gluteus maximus

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Iliacus

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Psoas major

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Rectus femoris

Question 33

Which of the following is a potential complication of a perforated appendix?

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Peritonitis

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Appendicitis

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Diverticulitis

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Cholecystitis

Question 34

The kidneys are located:

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Within the abdominal cavity, posterior to the peritoneum

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Within the pelvic cavity, posterior to the peritoneum

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Outside the body cavity

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Within the abdominal cavity, anterior to the peritoneum

Question 35

Which structure in the lymphatic system filters foreign particles and pathogens from lymph?

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Lymph node

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Lymph capillary

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Lymph vessel

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Spleen

Question 36

Which germ layers contribute to the development of abdominal and pelvic organs?

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All three germ layers (endoderm, mesoderm, and ectoderm).

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Only the endoderm.

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Only the mesoderm.

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Only the ectoderm.

Question 37

What is the diaphragm's main role in breathing?

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Helping the lungs exchange gases

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Separating the chest and belly cavities

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Shielding the belly organs from harm

Question 38

Which organ exclusively produces the digestive fluid known as bile?

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Liver

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Stomach

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Pancreas

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Gallbladder

Question 39

Bile, produced by the liver, is temporarily stored and concentrated within which organ?

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Gallbladder

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Absorption of nutrients

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Digestion of fats

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Production of bile

Question 40

The greater omentum, a fold of the peritoneum, serves a primary function of:

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Protection and support of abdominal organs

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Hormone production

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Digestion of food

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Excretion of waste products

Question 41

Which organ plays a vital role in the filtration of blood and removal of waste products, including urea?

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Kidney

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Pancreas

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Liver

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Bladder

Question 42

Despite its name, the vermiform appendix is believed to have a poorly understood function in the human body. Which statement is most accurate regarding its role?

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Unknown

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Hormone production

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Storage of bile

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Digestion of food

Question 43

The corpus luteum, a structure formed after ovulation, is primarily responsible for:

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Production of progesterone

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Production of estrogen

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Ovulation

Question 44

The male reproductive system consists of several organs, but which of the following is NOT a component?

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Uterus

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Testes

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Epididymis

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Prostate

Question 45

Which organ within the abdominal cavity is responsible for producing bile?

Accepted Answer

Liver

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Large intestine

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Stomach

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Pancreas

Question 46

Identify the primary function of the large intestine within the digestive system:

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Water absorption and storage of waste products

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Production of digestive enzymes

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Digestion of carbohydrates

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Absorption of essential nutrients

Question 47

Identify the primary function of the pancreas within the digestive system:

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Produces digestive enzymes and insulin

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Synthesizes red blood cells

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Filters waste products from the blood

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Stores and concentrates bile

Question 48

Which organ is predominantly located in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen?

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Liver

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Stomach

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Spleen

Question 49

Identify the name of the membrane that lines the abdominal cavity and covers its organs:

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Peritoneum

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Meninges

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Pleura

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Epicardium

Question 50

Which anatomical structure supports and suspends the small intestine within the abdominal cavity?

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Mesentery

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Omentum

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Ligaments

Question 51

Identify the primary function of the omentum within the abdominal cavity:

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Protects and insulates the abdominal organs

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Filters blood

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Stores fat

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Produces hormones

Question 52

Which organs are primarily responsible for filtering blood and producing urine?

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Kidneys

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Liver

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Pancreas

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Spleen

Question 53

Identify the name of the space below the pelvic brim that houses the reproductive organs:

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Pelvic cavity

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Thoracic cavity

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Abdominal cavity

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Cranial cavity