Body Membrane Flashcard

Front

What type of membranes are covering and lining membranes?

Back

Epithelial membranes.

Front

What is the cutaneous membrane composed of?

Back

The epidermis made of stratified squamous epithelium.

Front

Which membrane lines all body cavities that are open to the exterior?

Back

Mucous Membrane.

Front

What is the name of the serous membrane that lines the heart?

Back

Pericardium.

Front

What is the serous membrane that lines a specific portion of the wall of the ventral body cavity called?

Back

Parietal layer.

Front

What are the two main types of body membranes?

Back

Epithelial membranes and connective tissue membranes.

Front

What is the primary function of mucous membranes?

Back

To line and protect body cavities that open to the exterior.

Front

What type of epithelium is found in the cutaneous membrane?

Back

Stratified squamous epithelium.

Front

What is the visceral layer of a serous membrane?

Back

The layer that covers the organs.

Front

What is the pleura?

Back

The serous membrane that lines the thoracic cavity and covers the lungs.