The serous membrane that covers the organs of the abdominal cavity is the peritoneum, and the serous membrane that covers the interior surface of the abdominal wall is the peritoneum.

The serous membranes that cover the lungs are called the .

What is a peritoneum?Multiple choice question.A layer of mesoderm-derived epithelial cells that surrounds the coelomA fluid-filled body cavityA hollow sphere of cells produced by rapid cell divisionA primitive digestive tract

Match the tissue layer surrounding the kidney with its function. Anchors the kidney to the posterior abdominal wall and peritoneum Maintains the shape and protects it from trauma Outermost layer; composed of adipose connective tissue Contains adipose tissue; offers cushioning and insulation

What is the serous membrane that encloses each lung?Multiple choice question.pleurameninxpericardiumperitoneum

A serous membrane consists of which two tissue types?Multiple ChoiceLayer of simple squamous epithelium and a thick layer of dense connective tissue.Layer of simple squamous epithelium and a thin layer of areolar tissue.Layer of pseudostratified epithelium and a thick layer of areolar tissue.Layer of simple squamous epithelium and a thick layer of cartilage.