NEETZoologyBreathing and Exchange of Gases
Which pleural membrane is in close contact with the thoracic lining?
Options
- AInner pleural membrane
- BOuter pleural membrane
- CBoth inner and outer pleural membranes are in close contact with the thoracic lining
- DNeither inner nor outer pleural membrane is in close contact with the thoracic lining
Correct answer
B. Outer pleural membrane
Step-by-step solution
The outer pleural membrane is in close contact with the thoracic lining. whereas the inner pleural membrane is in contact with the lung surface. The part starting with the external nostrils up to the terminal bronchioles constitute the conducting part whereas the alveoli and their ducts form the respiratory or exchange part of the respiratory system. The conducting part transports the atmospheric air to the alveoli, clears it from foreign particles, humidifies and also brings the air to body temperature. Exchange p