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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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The exterior of a blastocyst is known as
Options
A Blastocoel
B Trophoblast
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C Inner cell mass
D Embryoblast
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Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The trophoblast is the outer layer of cells of the blastocyst (a mammalian blastula). It is responsible for implanting the embryo into the uterine wall and later contributes to the formation of the placenta.

Hint

This outer layer of cells helps the embryo burrow into the uterus and forms part of the placenta.

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