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Parietal

Wall

Visceral

Organ

Serous Membrane

Reduce friction by secreting serous fluid

Pleura

Lung

Cardio

Heart

Peritoneum

Abdomenopelvic

Anatomical position

Face forward, Limbs at sides, Palms forward.