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For an organ lying within a body cavity, the tissue which is farthest away from the inner core or lumen of the organ is called the:

  • A. Muscularis externa
  • B. Serosa
  • C. Mucosa
  • D. Myenteric Plexus
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Serosa. The serosa is the outermost layer of an organ lying within a body cavity. It is composed of connective tissue covered by a layer of mesothelium. This layer is farthest away from the inner core or lumen of the organ. The muscularis externa (choice A) is the layer of muscle tissue located just beneath the serosa. The mucosa (choice C) is the innermost layer of the organ, lining the lumen. The myenteric plexus (choice D) is a network of nerve fibers located between the circular and longitudinal layers of the muscularis externa, playing a role in regulating gastrointestinal motility.