| Front | Pericardial cavity |
|---|---|
| Back | Structure: space within the pericardial sac between the parietal and visceral layers of the serous pericardium Function: potential space filled with capillary-thin layer of serous fluid, allows for heart to move and change shape. |
Tags: thoracic, cavity
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