Organs Such as the Liver, Stomach, and Pancreas Are Located

question 36

Short Answer

Organs such as the liver, stomach, and pancreas are located within the ________ cavity, superior to the level of the pelvis.

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Definitions:

Synarthrotic Joints

A type of joint that allows for little or no movement, typically found where bones are fused together, such as in the skull.

Synovial Joints

Freely movable joints in the body, characterized by a cavity filled with synovial fluid, which lubricates and nourishes the joint.

Cartilaginous Joints

Joints where the bones are connected by cartilage, allowing for only slight movement, as found between the vertebrae in the spine.

Synchondroses

A type of cartilaginous joint where bones are joined together by hyaline cartilage, allowing for growth or slight mobility.