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Human Body and Organ System — Science STD 8 — Question

Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 8ScienceHuman Body and Organ System3 Marks
Question
Heart is covered by double layered pericardial membrane.
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Answer

Pericardium is the protective double membrane that covers the heart. In between the two layers of this membrane there is protective fluid. The pericardium and the fluid together protect the heart from friction and mechanical shock. Since heart is a vital organ, it is well protected by such pericardial membrane.

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