C. Commencement of the systemic aorta, ascending part of aortic arch.

D. Pericardium investing the heart and the origins of the great bloodvessels.

E. Mediastinal pleura, forming a second investment for the heart, bloodvessels, &c.

F. Costal pleura, seen to be continuous above with that which forms the mediastinum.

G. Vena cava superior, entering pericardium to join V, the right auricle.

H. Upper third of sternum.

I I. First ribs.

K K. Sternal ends of the clavicles.

L. Upper end of sternum.

M. Lower end of sternum.