Pleura Structure and Function Quiz
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What is the purpose of the thin film of serous fluid in the pleural cavity?

  • To provide oxygen to the lung tissues
  • To cover the apex of the lung
  • To separate the visceral and parietal pleura
  • To facilitate lung movement and minimize friction (correct)

    • Which part of the parietal pleura lines the inner surfaces of the ribs and costal cartilages?

  • Cervical pleura
  • Costal pleura (correct)
  • Diaphragmatic pleura
  • Mediastinal pleura

    • What is the name of the potential space between the visceral and parietal pleura?

  • Pleural cavity (correct)
  • Thoracic cavity
  • Intercostal space
  • Mediastinal space

    • Which layer of the pleura is closely adherent to the lung?

    <p>Visceral pleura</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the reflection where the costal pleura meets the mediastinal pleura?

    <p>Costomediastinal reflection</p> Signup and view all the answers

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