abdominal cavity
abdominal cavity
Abdominal cavity
The abdominopelvic cavity protects the major organs of digestion and reproduction.
The body has four major cavities: cranial cavity (contains the brain), thoracic cavity (contains the heart and lungs), abdominal cavity (contains the stomach and intestines), and pelvic cavity (contains the reproductive organs and bladder).
The abdominal cavity contains major body organs such as the stomach, liver, intestines, and kidneys. This cavity is lined with a membrane called the peritoneum and is filled with a fluid called peritoneal fluid to help protect and cushion the organs.
The major organs that occupy the thoracic cavity are the lungs, heart, and esophagus. These organs play crucial roles in respiration, circulation, and digestion.
The five main body cavities and their corresponding organs are: Cranial cavity - contains the brain Thoracic cavity - contains the heart, lungs, and major blood vessels Abdominal cavity - contains the stomach, liver, intestines, and other digestive organs Pelvic cavity - contains the reproductive organs, bladder, and rectum Spinal cavity - contains the spinal cord
The major organs in the upper abdominal cavity include the liver, stomach, gallbladder, pancreas, and part of the small intestine (duodenum). These organs play crucial roles in digestion, metabolism, and nutrient absorption in the body.
The major function of the serosa is to provide a protective layer around organs in the abdominal cavity. It also helps to reduce friction between organs as they move against each other during digestion and other bodily functions.
the ventral cavity
The major organs in the ventral cavity include the heart, lungs, liver, stomach, intestines, kidneys, and reproductive organs. These organs are protected by the ribcage in the thoracic cavity and pelvis in the abdominal cavity.