Multiple choice

What protects the kidneys from mechanical trauma such as being hit with a hard ball?

  1. pelvic bones

  2. lower ribcage and fat layers

  3. a shell compose of cartilage

  4. the skull
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The kidneys are located retroperitoneally in the superior lumbar region. They are protected from physical impact and mechanical trauma by the lower ribs of the ribcage and thick surrounding layers of adipose tissue (fat).

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