The wall of the heart is composed of three distinct layers. 2. The outermost layer, the epicardium, is made up of connective tissue and epithelium, and houses blood and lymph capillaries along with coronary arteries. 3. The middle myocardium consists of cardiac muscle and is the thickest layer of the heart wall. 4. The inner endocardium is smooth and is made up of connective tissue and epithelium, and is continuous with the endothelium of major vessels joining the heart. a. The endocardium houses Purkinje fibers.
Lithuanian is the official language of Lithuania and is spoken by about 4 million native speakers. The language belongs to the Baltic branch of the Indo-European family. Researchers of Indo-European languages say Lithuanian is the most archaic of all the living Indo-European tongues.
Most Lithuanian restaurants outside Lithuania are located in areas with a heavy Lithuanian presence. Locally brewed beer (alus), vodka (degtinÄ), and kvass (gira) are popular drinks in Lithuania. Starka is a part of the Lithuanian heritage, still produced in Lithuania. Beer, an occasional drink in ancient times, has become very popular. There are around 80 big and small breweries in Lithuania. Some light brews have been recognized the best in the world for several years. Lithuania is the only place where you may taste the unique snacks with beer such as: garlic bread, peas with ribs, smoked cheese, smoked pig ears and plums with various fillings.