The space between the body wall and the GI tract of vertebrates is known as the

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The space between the body wall and the GI tract is surrounded by a thin membrane called the peritoneum which forms the peritoneal cavity. This cavity houses most of the abdominal organs including the intestines, stomach, liver, and spleen. Therefore, option B, peritoneal cavity is the correct answer.

A) Gastric vestibule is an incorrect option as it refers to a distensible sac-like portion of the stomach near the gastroesophageal junction, and not the space between the body wall and GI tract.

C) Visceral mass is not an appropriate option as it refers to a collection of internal organs situated within the body cavity of an animal, and not the space between the GI tract and body wall.

D) Abdominal lumen does not exist as it is not a biological term or anatomical feature.

The Space Between the Body Wall and the GI Tract