are composed of three connective tissue membranes found within the dorsal cavity and serve as a protective covering of the brain and spinal cord from outer layer to inside layer are dura mater, arachnoid mater, and pia mater
Cutaneous membrane
membrane forms the outer covering of the body and consists of a thin outer layer of stratified squamous epithelium attached to a thicker underlying layer of connective tissue. Cutaneous membrane is skin.
Synovial membranes
line joint cavities and are composed of connective tissue. Secrete synovial fluid into the joint cavity; this lubricates the ends of bones, so they can move freely.
Serous membranes
line cavities including the thoracic cavity and internal organs. They consist of a layer of simple squamous epithelium overlaying a layer of loose connective tissue.
Mucous membranes
Line the interior walls of the organs and tubes opening to the outside of the body, the digestive, respiratory, urinary, and reproductive systems
Meninges
are composed of three connective tissue membranes found within the dorsal cavity and serve as a protective covering of the brain and spinal cord from outer layer to inside layer are dura mater, arachnoid mater, and pia mater
Cutaneous membrane
membrane forms the outer covering of the body and consists of a thin outer layer of stratified squamous epithelium attached to a thicker underlying layer of connective tissue. Cutaneous membrane is skin.
Synovial membranes
line joint cavities and are composed of connective tissue. Secrete synovial fluid into the joint cavity; this lubricates the ends of bones, so they can move freely.
