Flatten a Spherical Meatball into a Hamburger and You Increase

question 22

Multiple Choice

Flatten a spherical meatball into a hamburger and you increase its

• A)surface area.
• B)volume.
• C)both of the above
• D)none of the above

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Definitions:

Thoracic Cavity

The body cavity located in the chest, containing the lungs, heart, and other structures.

Abdominal Cavity

The body cavity that houses the major organs of digestion and excretion, located below the chest.

Mediastinum

An area between the lungs that contains the heart, aorta, esophagus, trachea, and thymus.

Surgical Puncture

A medical procedure involving the insertion of a needle to remove fluid for diagnostic purposes or relieve pressure.