The pericardium is a triple-layered sac that surrounds and protects the heart. Which layer is both a part of the pericardium and a part of the heart wall?

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Visceral layer of the serous pericardium (epicardium).

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A human heart is enclosed in a double-walled sac called pericardium.

A two-layered sac surrounding the heart is called:

Match the following:

Column I	Column II
i. Fibrous pericardium	a. Decreases the friction created during beating of heart
ii. Visceral pericardium	b. Anchors the heart
iii. Pericardial fluid	c. Helps in contraction of heart
iv. Myocardium	d. Protects the cardiac muscle

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