Membranes

Question 1

Structure of the epithelial membrane

Answer 1

Lines the internal cavities

Question 2

Function of the epithelial membrane

Answer 2

Protect underlying tissues
Absorption
Secretion
Reception of sensory

Question 3

Structure of the cutaneous membrane

Answer 3

Skin - 3 layers dermis,epidermis,subcutaneous

Question 4

Function of the cutaneous membrane

Answer 4

To provide a Barrie’s between the external and internal environments to prevent the entry of pathogens

Question 5

Location of the cutaneous membrane

Answer 5

Dry and superficial

Question 6

Function of the serous membranes

Answer 6

Secrete a lubricating fluid to reduce friction from movements and hold organs in place

Question 7

Location of the serous membrane

Answer 7

Lines the internal cavities

Question 8

Examples of serous membranes

Answer 8

Pericardium
Pleural
Peritoneum

Question 9

Structure of mucous membranes

Answer 9

One or more layers of epithelial cells overlaying a layer of connective tissue

Question 10

Function of the mucous membranes

Answer 10

To provide protection - barrier to external agents and trap and remove foreign particles
To provide lubrication - allows movement of substances e.g food

Question 11

Location of mucous membrane

Answer 11

Moist
Internal to external

Question 12

Examples of mucous membranes

Answer 12

Mucous - digestive, genitourinary, respiratory tract

Question 13

Structure of synovial membrane

Answer 13

Lines the cavities of the joints that move and surrounding the tendons

Question 14

Function of synovial membrane

Answer 14

To prevent friction from damaging the tissue tissue by secreting synovial fluid which acts to lubricate the joints

Question 15

Location of synovial membrane

Answer 15

Internal

Question 16

Example of where synovial membranes are?

Answer 16

Elbow, knee