Anatomy Lab Practical #1 Part 11 (membranes)
“Anatomy Lab Practical #1 Part 11 (Membranes) covers the serous membranes, such as the pleura surrounding the lungs. These flashcards reinforce understanding of membrane types and their anatomical locations.”
What membrane surrounds the lungs?
parietal and visceral pleura
Key Terms
What membrane surrounds the lungs?
parietal and visceral pleura
What membrane surrounds the heart?
parietal and visceral pericardium
What membrane surrounds the abdominopelvic cavity?
parietal and visceral peritoneum
What cavity are the lungs in?
thoracic cavity
What cavity is the heart in?
mediastinum
What membrane surrounds the diaphragm?
parietal and visceral peritoneum
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
What membrane surrounds the lungs? | parietal and visceral pleura |
What membrane surrounds the heart? | parietal and visceral pericardium |
What membrane surrounds the abdominopelvic cavity? | parietal and visceral peritoneum |
What cavity are the lungs in? | thoracic cavity |
| mediastinum |
What membrane surrounds the diaphragm? | parietal and visceral peritoneum |