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1.1 Histology, Anatomy and Physiology > Membranes > Flashcards

Membranes Flashcards

1
Q

What is the role of all membranes?

A

Forms a barrier

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2
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What are all membranes composed of?

2

A

Epithelium

Connective tissue

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3
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How many types of membranes are there?

A

Four types

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4
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Name the four types of membranes.

A

Mucous

Serous

Cutaneous

Synovial

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5
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Describe mucous membranes.

A

Lines tubes in the body

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6
Q

Give one place in the body where mucous membranes are present.

A

Gut

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7
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Describe serous membranes

A

Line body cavities and secretes fluid

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8
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Give one place in the body where serous membranes are present.

A

Pleural cavity membranes

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9
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Give an example of a cutaneous membrane.

A

Skin

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10
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Give an example of a synovial membrane.

A

Outer area of a joint

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11
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What is another name for mucous membranes?

A

Mucosae

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12
Q

Name four places where mucous membranes are present.

A

Digestive
Respiratory
Urinary
Reproductive tracts

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13
Q

What type of epithelial cells make up mucous membranes?

A

Usually simple

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14
Q

Describe the surface cells of mucous membranes.

A

Surfaces must be moist

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15
Q

Why must the surface cells of mucous membranes be moist?

A

To reduce friction

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16
Q

How are the surface cells of mucous membranes kept moist?

3

A

Mucous produced by goblet cells

Mucous produced by gland secretions

By fluids

17
Q

What does moisture allow for in mucous membranes?

A

It facilitates absorption and excretion

18
Q

What type of connective tissues are present in mucous membranes?

A

areolar loose connective tissue

19
Q

Write a note on serous membranes.

A

Line cavities not open to the outside (pleural/pericardial)

Are thin but strong

Have fluid transudate to reduce friction

20
Q

What type of epithelial is found in serous membranes?

A

Mesothelium - special name for epithelium lining body cavities

21
Q

What type of connective tissue is found in serous membranes?

A

Areolar tissue

22
Q

What is present in serous tissue that reduces friction?

A

Fluid transudate

23
Q

What is the pleural cavity?

A

The cavity around the lungs

24
Q

What is the pericardial cavity?

A

The cavity around the heart

25
Q

What is the peritoneal cavity?

A

Around some organs of the abdomen

26
Q

Describe the characteristics of cutaneous membranes.

3

A

Thick

Relatively waterproof

Dry

27
Q

What type of connective tissues are found in cutaneous membranes?
(2)

A

Loose areolar

Dense irregular CT proper

28
Q

What is produced by synovial membranes?

A

Synovial fluid

29
Q

What is the role of synovial membranes?

A

Protect the ends of bones

30
Q

What type of epithelium is present in synovial membranes?

A

They lack a true epithelium

31
Q

What are fasciae?

2

A

The body’s framework of connective tissue

Layers and wrappings that support or surround organs

32
Q

How many types of fasciae are there?

A

Three

33
Q

What are the three types of fasciae?

A

Superficial fascia

Deep fascia

Subserous fascia

1.1 Histology, Anatomy and Physiology (40 decks)

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