What does the pleural cavity do for the human body?

Answer 1

The lungs are surrounded by two membranes, the pleurae. The outer pleura covers and is attached to the chest wall and is known as the parietal pleura. The inner one covers and is attached to the lung and other visceral tissues i.e. vessels, bronchi and nerves and is known as the visceral pleura. In between the two is an actual thin space known as the pleural cavity or pleural space normally containing a small amount of pleural fluid.=The parietal pleura is highly sensitive to pain; the visceral pleura is not.=

Answer 2

The pleural cavity is the space between the two layers of the pleura (membrane that surrounds the lungs) and helps to protect the lungs by reducing friction during breathing movements. It also allows the lungs to expand and contract easily as we breathe.

Answer 3

The pleural fluid prevents friction between the lungs and the ribs when breathing.

it also keeps the lungs inflated

Answer 4

The function of the pleural membrane is to reduce friction in the lungs by creating a liquid to coat the inside of the lungs

Answer 5

The pleural cavity is the space around the lungs. It contains fluid that keeps the lungs from drying out, and it also accommodates the lungs as they expand and contract.

Answer 6

it is the little bit in between the diaphragm and the lungs. it doesn't really do anything!

Answer 7

The pleural cavity is the space between the membrane of the lungs. It contains liquid and thus allows the membranes to slide easily against each other and aid breathing.