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 is composed of both a visceral and parietal layer?

Synovial membrane

Mucous membrane

Peritoneum

Cutaneous membrane

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Understand the concept of serous membranes: Serous membranes are thin tissues that line certain internal cavities of the body, forming a smooth, transparent, two-layered membrane lubricated by a fluid derived from serum.

Identify the layers of serous membranes: Serous membranes consist of two layers - the visceral layer, which covers the organs, and the parietal layer, which lines the cavity walls.

Differentiate between types of membranes: Recognize that synovial membranes line joint cavities, mucous membranes line body cavities that open to the exterior, and cutaneous membranes refer to the skin.

Focus on the peritoneum: The peritoneum is a specific type of serous membrane that lines the abdominal cavity and covers the abdominal organs, thus having both visceral and parietal layers.

Conclude that the peritoneum is the correct answer: Based on the characteristics of serous membranes and the specific function of the peritoneum, it is the membrane composed of both a visceral and parietal layer.