Asked by Antonio Salas on May 06, 2024

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Which one of the following structures is derived from the ectoderm?

A) gut lining
B) nervous system
C) lungs
D) bones
E) bladder lining

Derived

Obtained from a specific source or originating from something; made by altering or modifying something else.

Ectoderm

is the outermost layer of cells or tissue of an embryo in early development, giving rise to the epidermis and nervous system.

  • Familiarize yourself with the formation mechanisms of various body systems emerging from germ layers.
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Manon CHERUBINIMay 10, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The nervous system is derived from the ectoderm layer during embryonic development. The gut lining is derived from the endoderm, the lungs are derived from the endoderm and mesoderm, the bones are derived from the mesoderm, and the bladder lining is derived from the endoderm.