Which of the following organs/structures lie in the retroperitoneal space of the abdomen?

A. Liver
B. Spleen
C. Kidneys
D. Superior vena cava


Answer: C. Kidneys

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The single duct that drains urine from the bladder out of the body is the ________

A) None of the listed responses is correct. B) ureter C) renal pelvis D) urethra

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A) oxygen B) nitrogen C) water vapor D) carbon dioxide E) carbon monoxide

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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