Question

which of the following statements regarding the lungs is false?
a the lungs are divided into lobes.
b serous fluid is located between the two layers of the pleura.
c the lungs are located within the pleural cavity.
d the mediastinum of the thoracic cavity is located between the lungs and diaphragm.

Explanation:

The mediastinum is the central compartment of the thoracic cavity and is located between the lungs, but it is not between the lungs and diaphragm. The lungs are divided into lobes, serous fluid is between pleural layers, and lungs are in the pleural cavity.

Answer:

D. The mediastinum of the thoracic cavity is located between the lungs and diaphragm.