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 membranes line the dorsal and ventral body cavities?

Cutaneous membranes

Synovial membranes

Serous membranes

Mucous membranes

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Understand the location and function of the dorsal and ventral body cavities. The dorsal cavity includes the cranial and spinal cavities, while the ventral cavity includes the thoracic and abdominopelvic cavities.

Identify the types of membranes in the body: cutaneous, synovial, serous, and mucous membranes.

Recognize that serous membranes line body cavities that do not open to the outside and cover organs within these cavities. They are found in both the dorsal and ventral cavities.

Differentiate serous membranes from other types: cutaneous membranes cover the body surface, synovial membranes line joint cavities, and mucous membranes line cavities that open to the exterior.

Conclude that serous membranes are the correct type of membranes lining both the dorsal and ventral body cavities, providing lubrication and reducing friction between organs.