Question

what structure is highlighted? a. greater omentum b. visceral peritoneum c. mesentery of small intestine d. peritoneal cavity e. parietal peritoneum attempt: 1/1 next question: 18/50 correct: 13 score: 26%

Explanation:

To determine the highlighted structure, we analyze each option:

• A. Greater omentum: A fatty apron over the intestines, not matching the highlighted area.
• B. Visceral peritoneum: Covers organs, but the highlighted area is a cavity.
• C. Mesentery of small intestine: Supports the small intestine, not a cavity.
• D. Peritoneal cavity: The space between the parietal and visceral peritoneum, filled with fluid, matching the highlighted (blue - lined) space.
• E. Parietal peritoneum: Lines the abdominal wall, not a cavity.

Answer:

D. Peritoneal cavity