ectodermal placode

epithelial placode

An ectodermal placode is a thickening of the ectoderm that is the primordium of many structures derived from the ectoderm[GO].

Type Organ
Parent Structure primordium
Latin Name epithelial placode

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ectodermal placode?
An ectodermal placode is a thickening of the ectoderm that is the primordium of many structures derived from the ectoderm[GO].
What is the Latin name for the ectodermal placode?
The Latin name for the ectodermal placode is epithelial placode.

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