Chapter 4 Flashcards
1
Q
what are the classifications of body memembranes
A
- cutaneous
- mucous
- serous
- synovial
2
Q
cutaneous membrane
A
- skin
- dry
- outermost protective boundary
- superficial epidermis
- keratinized stratisfied squamos
- underlying dermis; mostly dense connective tissue
3
Q
serous membranes
A
- lines open body cavaties that are closed to the exterior of the body
- seperated by serous fluid
4
Q
specific serous memberanes
A
- peritoneum: abdominal cavity
- pleura: around the lungs
- percardium: around the heart
5
Q
synovial membrane`
A
- connective tissue only
- lines fibrous capsules surrounding joints
6
Q
skin derivatives
A
- sweat glands
- oil glands
- hair
- nails
