Biology Chapter 6 Flashcards

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What is a membrane?

Thin, sheet-like structure

What are the 3 main functions of the membrane?

Covers, protects and lines body surfaces, cavities of inner surfaces of organs. 2. Anchors organs to each other. 3. Secrets lubricating fluids.

What is Epithelial Membranes?

Bilayer made up of epithelial tissue and connective tissue underneath it.

Explain Connective Tissue Membranes.

Composed exclusively of connective tissue, no epithelial tissue present. Signup and view all the answers

Name the 3 Types of Connective Tissues.

<ol> <li>Cutaneous Membrane. 2. Serous Membrane. 3. Mucous Membrane.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Describe Cutaneous Membrane.

The skin or the integument; the primary organ of the integumentary system and heaviest organ of the body. Signup and view all the answers

Explain Serous Membrane.

Bilayer sheet that lines body cavities like the thoracic and abdominal cavities. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the Serous Membrane?

Secrete a thin, watery fluid that helps reduce friction and acts as a lubricant. Signup and view all the answers

Thoracic Cavity pertains to what membrane?

Pleura. Signup and view all the answers

Abdominal cavity pertains to what membrane?

Peritoneum. Signup and view all the answers

What are the 2 types of Serous Membranes?

<ol> <li>Parietal Layer. 2. Visceral Layer.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the Parietal Layer in the Serous Membrane.

Lines the walls of a body cavity, like wallpaper covers the walls of a room. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the Visceral Layer in the Serous Membrane.

Covers the surface of organs of the body. Signup and view all the answers

Serous Membrane found in the thoracic cavity?

Pleura. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the disease Pleurisy/Pleuritis.

Inflammation of the Pleura. Signup and view all the answers

Serous Membrane found in the abdominal cavity?

Peritoneum. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the disease Peritonitis.

Inflammation of the Peritoneum. Signup and view all the answers

Explain Parietal Pleura.

Membrane lining the thoracic cavity. Signup and view all the answers

Explain Visceral Pleura.

Membrane covering the lungs. Signup and view all the answers

Explain Parietal Peritoneum.

Membrane lining the abdominal cavity. Signup and view all the answers

Explain Visceral Peritoneum.

Membrane covering the organs found in the abdominal cavity. Signup and view all the answers

What are the 3 types of Epithelial Membranes?

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Study Notes

Membrane Overview

Membrane: A thin, sheet-like structure vital for various bodily functions.

Functions of Membranes

Covers, protects, and lines body surfaces and cavities within organs.
Anchors organs together, ensuring stable positioning.
Secretes lubricating fluids to reduce friction between surfaces.

Epithelial Membranes

Composed of a bilayer consisting of:
- Epithelial tissue.
- Underlying connective tissue.

Connective Tissue Membranes

Exclusively composed of connective tissue.
No presence of epithelial tissue.

Types of Connective Tissues

Cutaneous Membrane: The skin, the primary organ of the integumentary system, and the heaviest organ of the body.
Serous Membrane: Bilayer lining of body cavities, including thoracic and abdominal areas.
Mucous Membrane: A type not elaborated on in the provided text.

Serous Membrane Characteristics

Functions to secrete a thin, lubricating fluid to reduce friction.
Important examples include:
- Peritoneal membrane (in the abdomen).
- Pleural membrane (around the lungs).

Specific Serous Membranes

Pleura: Pertains to the thoracic cavity.
Peritoneum: Pertains to the abdominal cavity.

Layers of Serous Membranes

Parietal Layer: Lines body cavities, akin to wallpaper on walls.
Visceral Layer: Covers and protects the surfaces of internal organs.

Pleurisy/Pleuritis: Inflammation of the pleura affecting the thoracic cavity.
Peritonitis: Inflammation of the peritoneum impacting the abdominal cavity.

Membrane Functions in Specific Cavity Areas

Parietal Pleura: Lines the thoracic cavity.
Visceral Pleura: Directly covers the lungs.
Parietal Peritoneum: Lines the abdominal cavity.
Visceral Peritoneum: Covers abdominal organs.

Epithelial Membranes Types

Three major types of epithelial membranes are noted but not detailed in the text.

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Test your knowledge on the key concepts of membranes with these flashcards from Chapter 6. Each card presents important terms and definitions critical to understanding cellular structures and functions. Challenge yourself to recall the roles and types of membranes in biology.