Mucuous Membrane/Mucousae Flashcards
1
Q
What is the function of mucous membranes?
A
Protects the tissues that communicate with the environment (digestive, respiratory, reproductive, and urinary tracts)
2
Q
What is fact #1 of mucous membrane?
A
Epithelial tissues have to be close by (mucous secretions)
3
Q
What is fact #2 of mucous membrane?
A
It is typically lines by simple epithelia that absorb and secrete
