What major organs are housed in the thoracic cavity?

A) brain and spinal cord B) stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas
C) lungs, heart, esophagus, trachea D) urinary bladder, reproductive organs


Answer: C

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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