Anatomy Which of the following statements best describes the colon? A The majority is derived from the primitive hindgut. B It is usually invested with peritoneum on all sides. C The hepatic flexure is related directly to the liver and right kidney. D The ascending and descending colon are always retroperitoneal. 💡 Explanation Which of the following statements best describes the colon? ✓ Correct Answer: C. The hepatic flexure is related directly to the liver and right kidney.