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BIO 101 Last Min Prep Objective Question

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Skin and associated glands form from which germ layer? a. ectoderm b. mesoderm c. endoderm d. mesoglea
Options
A ectoderm
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B mesoderm
C endoderm
D mesoglea
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The ectoderm is the outermost germ layer. It gives rise to the epidermis of the skin (including hair, nails), and associated glands (like sweat and mammary glands), as well as the entire nervous system.

Hint

Think 'outer' layer for outer body parts.

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