The Thoracic Cavity Is Separated from the Abdominal Cavity by the

question 4

Multiple Choice

The thoracic cavity is separated from the abdominal cavity by the

• A) diaphragm.
• B) mediastinum.
• C) liver.
• D) lungs.
• E) pelvic muscles.

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Definitions:

Strike-Slip Fault

A type of fault where rock strata are displaced primarily in a horizontal direction, parallel to the line of the fault.

Normal Fault

A type of fault where the hanging wall moves downward relative to the footwall, typically caused by extensional forces.

Reverse Fault

A type of fault where the hanging wall moves upward relative to the footwall, usually occurring in areas of compression.

Thrust Fault

A type of fault, or break in the Earth's crust, where older rocks are pushed above younger rocks due to compressional forces.