The Outermost Layer of the Serous Pericardium is Termed the ________

Question

The outermost layer of the serous pericardium is termed the ________.
A) parietal pericardium
B) fibrous pericardium
C) visceral pericardium
D) endocardium
E) epicardium

Accepted Answer

The outermost layer of the serous pericardium is called the parietal pericardium. The fibrous pericardium is an outer layer of tough connective tissue that surrounds and stabilizes the heart, while the visceral pericardium (also known as the epicardium) is the inner layer of the serous pericardium that directly covers the heart surface. The endocardium is the innermost layer of the heart wall, lining the chambers and valves.