Match each term with its corresponding definition or description.
-Membrane that lines the walls of the abdominal cavity
A)Cutaneous membrane
B)Visceral pleura
C)Parietal pleura
D)Visceral peritoneum
E)Parietal peritoneum
F)Mucous membrane
G)Synovial membrane
H)Bursae

Question

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The visceral peritoneum covers the organs in the abdominal cavity, while the parietal peritoneum lines the walls of the abdominal cavity.

Answer: F
 Mucous membranes line the interior surfaces of organs that open to the outside of the body, such as the respiratory and digestive tracts.

Answer: C
 The parietal pleura lines the walls of the thoracic cavity, while the visceral pleura covers the lungs.

Answer: D
 The visceral peritoneum covers the organs in the abdominal cavity, while the parietal peritoneum lines the walls of the abdominal cavity.

Answer: G
 Synovial membranes line the cavities of synovial joints and secrete synovial fluid to lubricate the joint.

Answer: H
 Bursae are small sacs filled with synovial fluid that cushion and reduce friction between bones, muscles, and tendons.

Match Each Term with Its Corresponding Definition or Description