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 of the following serous membranes lines the walls of the thoracic cavity?

Parietal peritoneum

Visceral pleura

Parietal pleura

Visceral pericardium

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

Identify the thoracic cavity: The thoracic cavity is the space within the chest that houses the lungs, heart, and other structures. It is surrounded by the rib cage and diaphragm.

Match the serous membrane to the thoracic cavity: The serous membrane associated with the thoracic cavity is the pleura. The pleura has two layers: the parietal pleura (lining the walls of the thoracic cavity) and the visceral pleura (covering the lungs).

Eliminate incorrect options: The parietal peritoneum lines the abdominal cavity, not the thoracic cavity. The visceral pericardium covers the heart, not the thoracic cavity walls.

Select the correct answer: The parietal pleura is the serous membrane that lines the walls of the thoracic cavity.