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Undergraduate 2
08/27/2008

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Term
retroperitoneal
Definition
behind the peritoneum
Term
thyroid gland
Definition
"bow tie" shaped. In the neck. Endocrine gland. Protect trachea.
Term
thyroid cartilage
Definition
shield shaped. large, blue. part that sticks out (adam's apple). Protect trachea.
Term
cricoid cartilage
Definition
inferior to thyroid cartilalge. Smaller, more narrow. Protect trachea.
Term
serous membrane
Definition
membrane that lines a body cavity that has no direct connection to the externam atmosphere.
Term
3 nouns that are described by the name serous membrane.
Definition

pleura

pericardium

peritineum

Term
mucous membrane
Definition
membrane that lines a body cavity that is continuous with the external atmosphere. (nasal cavities, respiratory passageways, and degestive tract.)
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