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Membrane covering the lungs is called

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pericardial membrane
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pleural membrane
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diaphragm
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vitelline membrane
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Solution

The correct option is B pleural membrane
Membrane covering the lungs is called the pleural membrane. It contains pleural fluid which is responsible for reducing friction on the lung surface when the lungs expand and contract during breathing.

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