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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Dorsal cavity | contains the brain and the spinal canal |
| Ventral cavity | two main regions; much larger than the dorsal cavity; two main regions are separated by the diaphragm |
| Thoracic cavity | chest; above the diaphragm; contains the heart, lungs, and large blood vessels that join the heart |
| Abdominal cavity | below the diaphragm; contains the stomach, most of the intestines, two kidneys, the liver, gall bladder, pancreas, and spleen; divides further into the pelvic cavity |
| Pelvic cavity | contains the urinary bladder, the rectum, and the reproductive organs; located right below the abdominal cavity |