Asked by Bradley Meyers on May 15, 2024
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The type of membrane that protects internal organs from friction is a ________ membrane.
A) serous
B) synovial
C) mucous
D) partial
E) plasma
Synovial Membrane
A connective tissue that lines the inner surface of capsules of synovial joints and tendon sheaths, producing a fluid for lubrication.
Serous Membrane
A thin layer of tissue that lines certain internal cavities of the body, producing a serous fluid to lubricate these cavities.
Mucous Membrane
A layer of cells known for producing mucus, found lining various cavities in the body that are exposed to the external environment.
- Pinpoint the varying types of body membranes and their corresponding locations.
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Elizabeth ChedesterMay 22, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Serous membranes are thin tissues that line body cavities not open to the outside environment, producing a lubricating serous fluid that reduces friction from muscle movement.
Learning Objectives
- Pinpoint the varying types of body membranes and their corresponding locations.