Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Organization of the Body: Serous Membranes

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Organization of the Body: Serous Membranes

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Multiple Choice

Which serous membrane directly covers the heart muscle?

Parietal pleura

Visceral pleura

Parietal pericardium

Visceral pericardium

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Understand the concept of serous membranes: Serous membranes are thin layers of tissue that line certain internal cavities of the body and cover organs within these cavities. They consist of two layers: the parietal layer (lining the cavity wall) and the visceral layer (covering the organ).

Identify the organ in question: The problem specifies the heart muscle, which is located in the thoracic cavity and surrounded by the pericardium, a serous membrane specific to the heart.

Differentiate between the layers of the pericardium: The parietal pericardium is the outer layer that lines the cavity, while the visceral pericardium (also called the epicardium) is the inner layer that directly covers the heart muscle.

Eliminate incorrect options: The parietal pleura and visceral pleura are serous membranes associated with the lungs, not the heart. The parietal pericardium is part of the pericardium but does not directly cover the heart muscle.

Conclude that the visceral pericardium is the correct answer because it is the serous membrane layer that directly adheres to and covers the heart muscle.