Question

Identify the false statement.

• A. The pericardium enclosing the heart has 3 layers.
• B. The outer layer of the heart is called epicardium.
• C. The middle layer of the heart is called myocardium.
• D. The inner layer of the heart is called endocardium.

Answer 1

The correct option is A The pericardium enclosing the heart has 3 layers.

The heart wall is divided into three layers:

Epicardium: the outer protective layer of the heart
Myocardium: muscular middle layer wall of the heart
Endocardium: the inner layer of the heart

The pericardium is a double-walled sac containing the heart.