What Structure Separates the Thoracic Cavity from the Abdominal Cavity

question 52

Multiple Choice

What structure separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity?

• A) diaphragm
• B) heart
• C) lungs
• D) intestines
• E) liver

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