The wet membrane that covers cavities open to the external surface of the body is a

A) cutaneous membrane.
B) synovial membrane.
C) sarcolemma.
D) mucous membrane.
E) superficial fascia.


D) mucous membrane.

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A. Fiber B. Sugar C. Refined carbohydrates D. Saturated fat. E. Cholesterol

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