The structure that separates the thoracic and abdominal cavities is the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The structure that separates the thoracic and abdominal cavities is the:
A. Peritoneum
B. Pleura
C. Diaphragm
D. Mediastinum
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The diaphragm is a dome-shaped skeletal muscle that separates the thoracic cavity (lungs, heart) from the abdominal cavity. It is the primary muscle of inspiration. Pleura lines lungs, peritoneum lines abdomen.

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