Explain the spatial relationship between the following: thoracic cavity, pericardial cavity, ventral cavity, mediastinum

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The pericardial cavity is a potential space between membranes that reside within the mediastinum. The mediastinum sits medially within the thoracic cavity. The thoracic cavity is the superior portion of the ventral body cavity.

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A. It is the source of the first blood cells. B. It gives rise to the digestive tract. C. It allows for gas exchange. D. It allows for the passage of waste. E. It is the major source of nutrients for the embryo.

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Both the proximal convoluted tubule and the distal convoluted tubule reside in the cortex of the kidney

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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The two hormones released by the thyroid gland are ________

A) calcitonin and thyroid hormone B) calcitonin and parathyroid hormone (PTH) C) thyroid hormone and parathyroid hormone (PTH) D) prolactin (PRL) and oxytocin E) oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone (ADH)

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Azoospermia means:

A) absence of sperm production B) absence of a testicle C) abnormally formed sperm D) disease of sperm

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