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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Which germ layer gives rise to the nervous system during animal development?
Options
A Mesoderm
B Ectoderm
Correct Answer
C Endoderm
D Hypoblast
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The ectoderm is the outermost germ layer, which gives rise to the epidermis and the entire nervous system (brain and spinal cord).

Hint

Think 'ecto-' for external structures like skin and nerves.

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