A membrane that lines a closed body cavity is most likely a _____ membrane.
A) synovial
B) serous
C) mucous
D) serous or mucous

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A serous membrane lines closed body cavities that contain organs, such as the abdominal or thoracic cavities, while a mucous membrane lines body cavities that open to the external environment, such as the respiratory and digestive tracts. A synovial membrane is a specialized connective tissue membrane that lines the joint cavities of diarthrodial joints. Therefore, the most likely option for a membrane that lines a closed body cavity is a serous membrane.

A Membrane That Lines a Closed Body Cavity Is Most