The ____ lies on top of the visceral pericardium.

A) fibrous pericardium
B) parietal pericardium
C) myocardium
D) endocardium
E) epicardium

Visceral Pericardium

The innermost layer of the pericardium that lies directly on top of the heart; also known as the epicardium.

Fibrous Pericardium

The tough, outer layer of the pericardium that encloses the heart and roots of the great blood vessels, providing protection and anchorage.

Parietal Pericardium

The layer on top of the visceral pericardium.