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Identify the component of respiratory system which displays the features given below and choose the correct option

I. Double layered

II. Fluid contained in it reduces the friction on the lung surface

III. Its outer layer is in contact with thoracic wall

IV. Its inner layer is in contact with lungs

a)

Visceral layer

b)

Peritoneum cavity

c)

Visceral organs

d)

Pleura



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Identify the component of respiratory system which displays the features given below and choose the correct option

I. Double layered

II. Fluid contained in it reduces the friction on the lung surface

III. Its outer layer is in contact with thoracic wall

IV. Its inner layer is in contact with lungs

a)

Visceral layer

b)

Peritoneum cavity

c)

Visceral organs

d)

Pleura

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Answer Key / Explanation : (d) -

(d)

Humans have two lungs, which are covered by a double layered pleura with pleural fluid between them. Pleural fluid reduces the friction on the lung-surface. The outer pleural membrane is in close contact with the thoracic lining whereas, the inner pleural membrane is in the contact with the lung surface

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