Science. 1  Chara (alga), a genus of algae in the family Characeae. 2  Chara (moth), a genus of moths in the family Noctuidae. 3  CHARA array, a telescope.  Beta Canum Venaticorum or Chara, a 1  star. Chara or Southern dogs, a constellation including Beta Canum Venaticorum and Cor Caroli.
/mesoÂ·theÂ·liÂ·um/ (-theÂ´le-um) the layer of cells, derived from mesoderm, lining the body cavity of the embryo; in the adult, it forms the simple squamous epithelium that covers all true serous membranes (peritoneum, pericardium, pleura).mesotheÂ´lial.
Synovial Membranes. Synovial membranes are connective tissue membranes that line the cavities of the freely movable joints such as the shoulder, elbow, and knee. Like serous membranes, they line cavities that do not open to the outside. Unlike serous membranes, they do not have a layer of epithelium.ynovial Membranes. Synovial membranes are connective tissue membranes that line the cavities of the freely movable joints such as the shoulder, elbow, and knee. Like serous membranes, they line cavities that do not open to the outside. Unlike serous membranes, they do not have a layer of epithelium.