Question

Each lung is enclosed in a double membrane called as pleura. The membrane which closely covers the lung is

• A. Lung pleura
• B. Visceral pleura
• C. Peritoneal pleura
• D. Parietal pleura

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Visceral pleura

The two human lungs are covered by a double layered pleura, with pleural fluid between them. It reduces friction on the lung surface. The outer pleural membrane (parietal pleura) is in close contact with the thoracic lining whereas the inner pleural membrane (visceral pleura) is in contact with the lung surface.

So, the correct answer is option B.