Abdominal Cavity Flashcards
1
Q
It is the cranial boundary of the abdominal cavity.
A
Diaphragm.
2
Q
It is the caudal boundary of the abdominal cavity.
A
Pelvic cavity.
2
Q
It is the serous membrane that lines the abdominal organs.
A
Visceral peritoneum.
3
Q
It is the serous membrane that lines the walls of the abdominal cavity.
A
Parietal peritoneum.
4
Q
It is the double-layered serous membrane that suspends the intestines from the dorsal body wall.
A
Mesentery.
4
Q
It is the double fold of peritoneum extending between the stomach and liver.
A
Lesser omentum.
5
Q
It is the abdominal cavity opening that transmits the umbilical cord in fetuses.
A
Umbilical ring.
6
Q
It is the transparent, triangular fold of pleura between the caudal lobe of the lung and the hilus.
A
Pulmonary ligament.
