simple organs Flashcards
what lines cavities which open directly to the body exterior?
Mucous Membranes
what is mucous also called?`
mucosa
what kind of epithelial layer does Mucous Membranes have?
they vary from simple squamous to pseudostratified
what lines cavities that do not open to the exterior of the body?
Serous Membranes (serosa)
are serous membranes single or double membranes?
double membranes
the parietal layer of Serous Membranes are agaisnt what?
agaisnt the cavity wall
The visceral layer is against what in the serous membrane?
against organ
what is the name for the serous membrane arround the heart?
pericardium
what is the name for the serous membrane arround the lungs?
pleura
what is the name for the serous membrane arround abdominal organs?
peritoneum
where do we find Synovial Membranes?
in joints
Where do we find Cuteanous Membrane?
skin
