Pearson eText Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology -- Instant Access (Pearson+)
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Author: Frederic Martini, Judi Nath
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Chapter 24, Problem 3RQ
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The peritoneum is the serous membrane that lines the abdominal cavity and the organs present within this cavity. There are two layers of peritoneum, parietal peritoneum and visceral peritoneum. The visceral peritoneum covers the abdominal organs while the parietal peritoneum covers the wall of the abdominal cavity.
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