Question

multiple choice question
the heart is located in the ____ and is ____ to the diaphragm.
thoracic cavity; inferior
mediastinum; inferior
mediastinum; superior
abdominal cavity; superior

Explanation:

The heart is located in the mediastinum which is the central compartment of the thoracic cavity. It is superior to the diaphragm. The thoracic cavity contains the heart and lungs, and the diaphragm separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity. The mediastinum houses the heart, great vessels, esophagus, and trachea. "Superior" means above and "inferior" means below. Since the heart is above the diaphragm, it is superior to it.

Answer:

C. mediastinum; superior