pectoral fin endoskeletal disc

fin plate cartilage

A plate-like chondrogenic condensation within the pectoral fin, which subdivides into individual radials by decomposition of extracellular matrix in the inter-radial mesenchyme (Grandel and Schulte-Merker, 1998).

Type Organ
Parent Structure pectoral appendage cartilage tissue
Latin Name fin plate cartilage

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the pectoral fin endoskeletal disc?
A plate-like chondrogenic condensation within the pectoral fin, which subdivides into individual radials by decomposition of extracellular matrix in the inter-radial mesenchyme (Grandel and Schulte-Merker, 1998).
What is the Latin name for the pectoral fin endoskeletal disc?
The Latin name for the pectoral fin endoskeletal disc is fin plate cartilage.

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