Question

multiple choice question

with serous membranes, the ____ layer lines the cavity wall and the ____ layer covers the surface of the internal organ(s).

parietal; visceral
serous; visceral
parietal; serous
visceral; parietal

Explanation:

Define serous membrane layers

Using the Serous Membranes knowledge point

Serous membranes are double-layered membranes that line closed internal body cavities and cover the organs within them. The two distinct layers are:

• The parietal layer, which lines the walls of the body cavity.
• The visceral layer, which directly covers the outer surface of the internal organs.

Match the terms to the blanks

Using the Serous Membranes knowledge point

• The first blank refers to the layer lining the cavity wall: parietal.
• The second blank refers to the layer covering the surface of the internal organs: visceral.
• Therefore, the correct sequence is "parietal; visceral".

Answer:

• (A) parietal; visceral (Correct answer)
• (B) serous; visceral
• (C) parietal; serous
• (D) visceral; parietal