MEDICAL
HEART AND PERICARDIUM
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Question
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Another name for the visceral layer of the heart is
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Myocardium
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Endocardium
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Pericardium
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Epicardium
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The epicardium is part of the pericardium. It is the innermost layer and is referred to as the visceral layer of the serous pericardium.
Detailed explanation-2: -The inner (visceral) layer of the serous pericardium lines the outer surface of the heart itself. Between the two layers of the serous pericardium is the pericardial cavity, which contains pericardial fluid. It is this fluid that provides lubrication between the two layers, and allows the heart to expand and contract.
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