The Peritoneum Extends into the Center of the Abdominopelvic Cavity

question 622

Multiple Choice

The peritoneum extends into the center of the abdominopelvic cavity as the:

• A)diverticulum.
• B)gallbladder.
• C)omentum.
• D)appendix.

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Definitions:

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