Body membranes

Front

What is the body membrane that surrounds the entire body?

Back

Cutaneous membrane.

Front

Which membrane encloses the lungs?

Back

Pleura.

Front

What is the term for the membrane that clings to the wall of the cavity, serving as the outside layer?

Back

Parietal membrane.

Front

Which body membrane contains no epithelial tissue?

Back

Synovial membrane.

Front

What is the membrane that clings to the organs' external surface, serving as the inside layer?

Back

Visceral membrane.

Front

Define serous membrane.

Back

A membrane that lines body cavities and covers organs, producing serous fluid to reduce friction.

Front

What is the function of mucous membranes?

Back

To line body cavities that open to the exterior, producing mucus for lubrication and protection.

Front

What is the primary characteristic of cutaneous membranes?

Back

It is the skin, providing a protective barrier for the body.

Front

What is the role of synovial membranes?

Back

To line joint cavities and produce synovial fluid for lubrication.

Front

Differentiate between visceral and parietal membranes.

Back

Visceral membranes cover organs, while parietal membranes line the cavity walls.