The Mediastinum

Question

The mediastinum
A) contains the heart.
B) is lined with synovial membrane.
C) is located in the pleural cavity.
D) is lined with peritoneal membrane.

Accepted Answer

The mediastinum is a central compartment within the thoracic cavity that contains the heart, major blood vessels, esophagus, trachea, thymus gland, and lymph nodes. It is not lined with synovial or peritoneal membranes and is not located in the pleural cavity.