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BIO 101 Last Min Prep Objective Question

Question

The hollow structure from the invagination during gastrulation is called the: a. Progenitor b. Lanceletes c. Gut d. Archenteron
Options
A Progenitor
B Lanceletes
C Gut
D Archenteron
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The archenteron is the primitive gut that forms during gastrulation as a result of invagination. It is a cavity that will eventually develop into the digestive tract. The opening of the archenteron is the blastopore.

Hint

It's the 'ancient gut' that forms first.

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