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Classification of Coverings of Lining Membranes. Epithelial Membranes. Epithelial sheets bound to and underlying layer of the connective tissue proper Types Cutaneous Epithelial & connective tissue Location-skin Function- waterproof; protection, secretion.
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Epithelial Membranes • Epithelial sheets bound to and underlying layer of the connective tissue proper Types • Cutaneous • Epithelial & connective tissue • Location-skin • Function- waterproof; protection, secretion
Mucous – epithelial cells and loose connective tissue • Lamina propria -line body cavities open to the body exterior like digestive tract, resp. tract • Function – secretion; absorbion
Serous -simple squamous epith. & areolar connective tissue • Line body cavities close to the exterior like ventral body cavities • function- secretion
Synovial Membranes • Connective tissue only • Line cavities of joints • Lubrication and cushioning