The membrane that lines passageways that open to the exterior environment is called __________.

A. the lamina propria
B. endothelium
C. a synovial membrane
D. a serous membrane (serosa)
E. a mucous membrane (mucosa)


E. a mucous membrane (mucosa)

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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