Anatomy and Physiology of the Peritoneum Quiz

The peritoneum is a serous membrane lining the abdominal cavity.

The kidney is NOT located within the peritoneal cavity.

The greater omentum functions to cushion and protect abdominal organs.

The parietal peritoneum lines the abdominal wall.

The secretion of digestive enzymes is NOT a function of the peritoneum.

The lesser omentum is the double layer of peritoneum that connects the stomach to other organs.

Haustra is NOT considered a peritoneal fold.

Peritoneal fluid functions to lubricate abdominal organs.

The mesentery provides structural support and holds organs in place in the digestive system.

The lesser omentum separates the greater and lesser sacs of the peritoneal cavity.

The space between the visceral and parietal peritoneum is called the peritoneal cavity.

The spleen is NOT suspended by a mesentery.

The primary function of the peritoneum during embryonic development is structural support.

The visceral peritoneum is continuous with the tunica vaginalis in males.