The ascending colon becomes the ________ colon as it crosses the abdominal cavity.

Ascending Colon

The first section of the colon that receives digested food from the small intestine and moves it upward on the right side of the abdomen.

Transverse Colon

The middle section of the colon, which runs horizontally across the abdomen, playing a role in the digestion and absorption of nutrients.

Abdominal Cavity

The space within the human body that houses several major organs, including the stomach, liver, and intestines.