Of the four major types of membranes, the one consisting of dense connective tissue overlying loose connective tissue is
A) serous membrane.
B) synovial membrane.
C) mucous membrane.
D) cutaneous membrane.

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The described membrane is a synovial membrane, which consists of a layer of dense connective tissue overlaying loose connective tissue. Serous membranes consist of a layer of simple squamous epithelium overlying a layer of loose connective tissue and line internal body cavities. Mucous membranes are also composed of epithelium and loose connective tissue but line body surfaces that open to the exterior. Cutaneous membranes refer to the skin and consist of a stratified squamous epithelium overlying a layer of dense irregular connective tissue.

Of the Four Major Types of Membranes, the One Consisting