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how many types of cardiac tissues are there?

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The heart is composed of three different types of cardiac tissues which allow it to function continuously.

They are:

  • Myocardium- Make up the outer region of heart and has the ability to contract.
  • Endocardium- The interior surface of the heart chambers that seals while filtering all the components entering the heart.

  • Pericardium – Protects the heart by surrounds it and the ends of the blood vessels where they attach to the heart.

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