Which of the following is TRUE of the temporary cavity formed by penetrating trauma?
A) It heals more slowly than the permanent cavity because of the nature of the tissue damage.
B) It fills with disrupted tissues, some air, fluid, and debris.
C) It is a space indirectly created by a projectile as tissue moves rapidly away from its path.
D) It is the damage that occurs when the projectile fragments.

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The temporary cavity is formed as tissue is displaced by the passage of the projectile, creating a space indirectly as tissue moves rapidly away from the projectile's path. This is a result of the kinetic energy being transferred from the projectile to the surrounding tissues, causing them to stretch and move aside.

Which of the Following Is TRUE of the Temporary Cavity