Section 6
Tissue Membranes
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Epithelial Membranes
The mucous membranes are linings of mostly endodermal origin, covered in epithelium, which are involved in absorption and secretion.
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Synovial Membranes
A synovial membrane is the soft tissue found between the articular capsule (joint capsule) and the joint cavity of synovial joints.