skin appendage placode

cutaneous appendage follicle placode

An ectodermal placode that gives rise to any of the cutaneous appendages that protrude from the skin epidermis (heair, feathers, epidermal scales).

Type Organ
Parent Structure presumptive structure
Latin Name cutaneous appendage follicle placode

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the skin appendage placode?
An ectodermal placode that gives rise to any of the cutaneous appendages that protrude from the skin epidermis (heair, feathers, epidermal scales).
What is the Latin name for the skin appendage placode?
The Latin name for the skin appendage placode is cutaneous appendage follicle placode.

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