Label the thoracic membranes and cavities in (a) as shown in these superior views of transverse sections.

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# the Pleura :

completely closed serous sac that surrounds the lung

has 2 layers, the visceral and parietal layer.

the Visceral Pleura :**

is the part of the pleura covering the lung.( adherent to all the surfaces of the lung ).

# the parietal pleura :

is the part of the pleura lining the thoracic wall and other surrounding structures.

** # the pleural cavity :**

is a thin fluid - filled space between the 2 layers of the pleura ( the visceral and parietal ).

answer :

1- the Visceral Pleura.

2- the pleural cavity.

3- the parietal pleura.

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