Bio: Organs of the Body Flashcards
Where is the HEART located?
In the thoracic cavity between the lungs
Where are the LUNGS located?
In the thoracic cavity posterior to the ribcage
Where is the DIAPHRAGM located?
in the thoracic cavity inferior to the lungs
Where is the TRACHEA located?
inside the pharynx (throat), anterior to the esophagus
What is unique about the TRACHEA?
ridges
Where is the ESOPHAGUS located?
inside the pharynx (throat) posterior to the trachea
Where is the LIVER located?
right upper quadrant
Where is the STOMACH located?
left upper quadrant
Where is the SMALL INTESTINE located?
in the abdominal cavity, inferior to the stomach
Where is the LARGE INTESTINE located?
in the abdominal cavity, inferior to the stomach
Where is the MESENTERY located?
on the posterior side of the abdomen, surrounding the intestines
What is the function of the MESENTERY?
attaches intestines to abdominal wall, helps stores blood and lymph vessels
Where is the PANCREAS located?
left upper quadrant
Where is the SPLEEN located?
left upper quadrant
Where are the KIDNEYS located?
inferior to the ribcage on either side of the spine
