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What is the primary embryonic origin of muscle tissues in mammals?
Options
A Ectoderm
B Endoderm
C Mesoderm
Correct Answer
D Epidermis
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Muscle tissues have mesodermal origin, meaning they develop from the mesoderm germ layer during embryonic development, which gives rise to all muscle types.

Hint

Recall which germ layer gives rise to connective tissues and muscles.

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