Which of the Following Is Not True of the Pericardium

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not true of the pericardium?

• A) The parietal pericardium is also called the epicardium.
• B) The pericardium is made up of two layers of fibrous tissue.
• C) The fluid between the two layers of the pericardium helps reduce the friction caused by the beating heart.
• D) All of the above are true of the pericardium.

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Definitions:

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Urinary Drainage

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Meatus

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