The location of the kidneys behind the lining of the abdominal cavity is described as:
A) intraabdominal.
B) retroperitoneal.
C) Intraabdominal.
D) Retroabdominal.

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The term "retroperitoneal" means behind the peritoneum, which is the lining of the abdominal cavity. This accurately describes the location of the kidneys, which are outside of the peritoneal cavity and are held in place by connective tissue and the muscles of the back. The other answer choices are either redundant or not accurate descriptions of the location of the kidneys.

The Location of the Kidneys Behind the Lining of the Abdominal