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What is the definition or description of: abdominal cavity?
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See below: This is the part of the body known as the abdomen and would include parts of the pelvis. It contains the most of the gastrointestinal and genitourinary organs. It is separated from the chest or "thoracic cavity" by the diaphragm.
Answered 6/24/2013
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