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The visceral membrane is a type of serous membrane, which covers the outer layer of organs (such as the intestines). It secretes small amounts of a serous fluid, which reduces friction between organs and other structures.

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Its Inner visceral membrane forms part of the filtration membrane?

visceral layer of glumerular capsule


What is the membrane surrounded by?

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What is the name of the serous membrane in closest proximity to the lungs?

visceral pleura


Has parietal and visceral layers?

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What is the membrane that lines the surface of the lungs?

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Which membrane has parietal and visceral layers?

serous pericardium.


Which serous membrane lines the stomach?

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What membrane has parietal and visceral layer?

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