Concerning the pericardial sac, the part that is in direct contact with the pleura is termed:
A) parietal pericardium.
B) visceral pericardium.
C) anterior pericardium.
D) posterior pericardium.

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The layer of the pericardial sac that is in contact with the pleura is the parietal pericardium. The visceral pericardium is the inner layer that covers the heart itself. The terms "anterior" and "posterior" do not refer to the location of the pericardial sac in relation to the pleura.

Concerning the Pericardial Sac, the Part That Is in Direct