pleura

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pl. of Pleuron.

The smooth serous membrane which closely covers the lungs and the adjacent surfaces of the thorax; the pleural membrane.

The closed sac formed by the pleural membrane about each lung, or the fold of membrane connecting each lung with the body wall.

Same as Pleuron.

of Pleuron

Source: Webster's dictionary

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The pleurae are two serous membranes ; the outer parietal pleura lines the inner wall of the rib cage and the inner visceral pleura directly lines the surface of the lungs. Source: Internet

It is used in pleurodesis (fusion of the pleura because of incessant pleural effusions). Source: Internet

Side of thorax, showing surface markings for bones, lungs (purple), pleura (blue), and spleen (green). Source: Internet

The pleura are usually small or hidden in some species, with each pleuron having a single spiracle. Source: Internet

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