What is the name of the outer layer of the serous membrane that surrounds the heart?

a) diaphragm
b) visceral pleura
c) parietal pericardium
d) visceral pericardium
e) mediastinum


Answer: c

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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