Which of the following is TRUE of the temporary cavity formed by penetrating trauma?

A) It heals more slowly than the permanent cavity because of the nature of the tissue damage.
B) It fills with disrupted tissues, some air, fluid, and debris.
C) It is a space indirectly created by a projectile as tissue moves rapidly away from its path.
D) It is the damage that occurs when the projectile fragments.


C

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