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The pleural membrane that directly covers the lung surface is the:

  • A Pericardium
  • B Parietal pleura
  • C Visceral pleura
  • D Peritoneum

Correct answer: C. Visceral pleura

Explanation: The visceral pleura lines the lung surface itself, while the parietal pleura lines the inner wall of the thoracic cavity.

Concept context

The mechanics of breathing, lung volumes, gas transport in blood, the Bohr effect, and respiratory regulation.

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