ectoderm

embryonic ectoderm

Primary germ layer that is the outer of the embryo's three germ layers and gives rise to epidermis and neural tissue.

Type Organ
Parent Structure germ layer
Latin Name embryonic ectoderm
FMA ID 69070

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ectoderm?
Primary germ layer that is the outer of the embryo's three germ layers and gives rise to epidermis and neural tissue.
What is the Latin name for the ectoderm?
The Latin name for the ectoderm is embryonic ectoderm.

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