Which Major Muscle Separates the Abdominal Cavity from the Thoracic

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which major muscle separates the abdominal cavity from the thoracic cavity?

• A)Septum
• B)Pectoralis
• C)Splenic juncture
• D)Latissimus dorsi
• E)Diaphragm

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Definitions:

Periosteum

The fibrous membrane covering the bone except at the articulating surfaces.

Tough Membrane

Refers to a dense and durable layer of tissue that provides protection or support within an organism, such as the dura mater of the brain.

Surface Of The Bone

The outermost layer of a bone where various biological processes take place and where muscles and ligaments may attach.

Immovable Joint

A type of joint in the human body that does not allow any movement between the bones it connects.