Human Anatomy & Physiology (9th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321743261
ISBN 13: 978-0-32174-326-8

Chapter 1 - The Human Body: An Orientation - Review Questions - Critical Thinking and Clinical Application Questions - Page 22: 1a

Answer

The affected membranes are the parietal pleurae and the visceral pleurae.

Work Step by Step

The parietal pleurae line the walls of the pleural cavities, in which the lungs are located, while the visceral pleurae line the outer surface of the lungs themselves. Pleurisy is a condition which inflames these membranes.
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