Early Embryology Stages and Yolk Types
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What characterizes fibrocartilage compared to other types of cartilage?

  • It has a high proteoglycan content.
  • It has abundant collagen fibers providing resistance to tensile forces. (correct)
  • It is primarily composed of elastin fibers.
  • It contains no collagen fibers.
  • Which statement is true regarding endochondral ossification?

  • It involves direct development from mesenchyme without cartilage.
  • It does not involve the formation of chondrocytes.
  • It fully occurs in the skull and pectoral girdle.
  • The last region of proliferation during endochondral ossification is the epiphyseal plate. (correct)
  • Where is hyaline cartilage typically found in the body?

  • In the intervertebral disks.
  • At the epiphyseal plates of long bones. (correct)
  • In the pubic symphysis.
  • Around the ear as elastic cartilage.
  • What is the primary role of osteoclasts in bone physiology?

    <p>To remove existing bone. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the diaphysis of a long bone primarily composed of?

    <p>Compact bone. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What results from the process of trabecular bone development?

    <p>Formation of bony trabeculae and red marrow. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do secondary centers of ossification differ in birds and mammals compared to reptiles?

    <p>They ossify completely after sexual maturity. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes elastic cartilage?

    <p>It provides rigid support along with some elasticity. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure serves as a central canal in osteons?

    <p>Haversian canal. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly describes the stages of early embryology in order?

    <p>Zygote, Morula, Blastula, Gastrula, Neurula (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the role of yolk in embryonic development?

    <p>Yolk delivery varies in quantity and distribution among species. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of tissues includes cartilage, bone, and blood?

    <p>Connective tissue (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of neural crest cells in vertebrates?

    <p>To migrate and differentiate into various tissue types (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of yolk distribution, what distinguishes a telolecithal egg?

    <p>Yolk is concentrated at one pole of the egg. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary distinction between oviparity and viviparity?

    <p>Oviparity involves laying eggs, while viviparity involves giving birth to live young. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which embryonic stage does gastrulation occur, leading to the formation of the gut?

    <p>Gastrula (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which embryonic germ layer develops into connective tissues and muscles?

    <p>Mesoderm (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of hyaline cartilage primarily made of?

    <p>Chondroitin sulphates and collagenous protein fibers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two primary groups that epithelia fall into?

    <p>Covering membranes and glands (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the process of cleavage in early embryonic development?

    <p>Transformation of a zygote into a multicellular, hollow blastula (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes a characteristic of microlecithal eggs?

    <p>They possess a slight amount of yolk. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the neural tube contribute to embryonic development?

    <p>It establishes the basis for the nervous system. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of cartilage is distinguished by being hard yet pliant and produced by chondrocytes?

    <p>Hyaline cartilage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of cartilage is known for its flexibility and is primarily found in the ear and epiglottis?

    <p>Elastic cartilage (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the coelom in embryonic development?

    <p>It develops from the mesoderm and supports organ systems. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of bone development occurs directly from mesenchyme without a cartilage precursor?

    <p>Intramembranous ossification (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes oviparity from other reproductive strategies?

    <p>Eggs are encapsulated in shells or protective layers. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding neural crest cells?

    <p>They differentiate into a variety of cell types. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which part of a long bone would you find the epiphyseal plate?

    <p>At the metaphysis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main composition of the bony framework that provides strength and flexibility?

    <p>Protein collagen and calcium phosphate (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process occurs during gastrulation?

    <p>Establishment of the three germ layers. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the yolk play in the development of a fertilized egg?

    <p>It provides nutrients essential for embryonic growth. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells are responsible for maintaining the equilibrium of fully formed bone?

    <p>Osteocytes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cartilage is characterized by abundant collagen fibers and provides mechanical resistance?

    <p>Fibrocartilage (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure contains the central canal housing blood vessels in an osteon?

    <p>Haversian canal (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which feature distinguishes secondary centers of ossification in mammals from those in reptiles?

    <p>Complete ossification at sexual maturity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What fills the hollow region of the diaphysis in long bones?

    <p>Yellow marrow (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which process do mesenchymal cells differentiate into chondrocytes?

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    Flashcards

    Zygote

    Fertilized egg; earliest developmental stage of an organism.

    Cleavage

    Process dividing a single-celled zygote into a multicellular, hollow blastula.

    Blastula

    Multicellular, hollow structure formed during early embryonic development.

    Gastrulation

    Formation of the endodermal tube; gut formation in early development.

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    Neurulation

    Formation of the ectodermal tube, specifically the neural tube, in early development.

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    Germ Layers

    Ectoderm, endoderm, and mesoderm; these develop into tissues and body regions.

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    Microlecithal egg

    Egg with a small amount of yolk.

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    Telolecithal egg

    Egg with yolk concentrated at one end (vegetal pole).

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    Epithelial tissue

    Tissue that lines or covers body cavities or forms glands.

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    Connective tissue

    Tissue that supports and connects other tissues, including cartilage, bone, and blood.

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    Hyaline Cartilage

    A type of cartilage found at the ends of bones, allowing growth until adulthood. It consists of dispersed collagen fibers and proteoglycans, appearing as a smooth plate under a microscope.

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    Fibrocartilage

    Cartilage with a lot of collagen fibers. It resists stretching and warping forces.

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    Elastic Cartilage

    Cartilage with abundant elastin fibers, making it springy and flexible. It supports and provides elasticity.

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    Bone Composition

    Bone is made of collagen protein and calcium phosphate. This combination makes it strong and flexible, withstanding stress.

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    Osteon

    A structural unit of compact bone, consisting of concentric rings of bone cells and matrix around a central canal housing blood vessels.

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    Endochondral Bone

    Bone that develops from cartilage.

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    Intramembranous Bone

    Bone that develops directly from mesenchyme tissue without cartilage.

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    Diaphysis

    The tubular shaft of a long bone.

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    Epiphysis

    The wider section at each end of a long bone, filled with spongy bone.

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    Epiphyseal Plate

    A layer of hyaline cartilage in a growing bone, which allows growth to occur.

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    What are the stages of early embryology?

    The stages of early embryology are zygote, morula, blastula, gastrula, and neurula.

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    What is the difference between oviparity and viviparity?

    Oviparity is the laying of eggs that are encapsulated in shells or other tertiary egg envelopes. Viviparity is the giving birth to embryos without shells or other tertiary egg envelopes.

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    What is the function of the yolk in an egg?

    The yolk is a nutrient-rich source that supports the developing embryo.

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    What are the three embryonic germ layers?

    The three embryonic germ layers are ectoderm, endoderm, and mesoderm.

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    What is the function of the neural crest cells?

    Neural crest cells are able to migrate to different parts of the body and differentiate into many cell types.

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    What are the four main tissue categories?

    The four main tissue categories are epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissue.

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    What are the two major types of epithelial tissues?

    Epithelial tissues fall into one of two groups: membranes that line or cover cavities, glands that secrete products that act elsewhere in the body.

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    What are the different types of connective tissues?

    Connective tissues include cartilage, bone, fibrous connective tissue, adipose tissue, and blood.

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    What is cartilage made of?

    Cartilage is made of a polysaccharide called chondroitin sulphates, which bind with ground substance proteins to form proteoglycans.

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    What is the most common type of cartilage?

    Hyaline cartilage is the most common type of cartilage in the body.

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    Study Notes

    Early Embryology Stages

    • Zygote: Fertilized egg, earliest developmental stage resulting from the union of two mature sex cells.
    • Morula: Multicellular stage following the zygote in cleavage.
    • Blastula: Hollow ball of cells, containing the blastoderm (embryonic disc) and the blastocoel (fluid-filled cavity). Results from cleavage.
    • Gastrula: Formation of the endodermal tube (gut) through cell rearrangements, forming three germ layers (ectoderm, endoderm, mesoderm).
    • Neurula: Formation of the ectodermal tube (neural tube), marking the development of the central nervous system.

    Yolk

    • Quantity of Yolk: Varies across species.
    • Microlecithal: Minimal yolk.
    • Mesolecithal: Moderate yolk.
    • Macrolecithal: Significant yolk.
    • Isolecithal: Yolk distributed evenly.
    • Telolecithal: Yolk concentrated at one pole (vegetal pole). Opposite pole is the animal pole, where the embryo develops.

    Embryonic Development Modes

    • Oviparity: Egg-laying; eggs encased in shells or protective coverings. Parents may incubate eggs.
    • Viviparity: Live birth; embryos develop within the female. Evolves independently numerous times in vertebrates.

    Cleavage

    • Cleavage: Process dividing the single-celled zygote into multiple cells. Includes the stages from zygote, to morula to blastula. Creates the blastula, with blastoderm (embryonic disc) and blastocoel (cavity).

    Germ Layers

    • Three Germ Layers: Ectoderm, endoderm, and mesoderm. Each forms distinct tissues and body regions.
    • Coelom: Develops within the mesoderm, forming body cavities.

    Neural Crest Cells

    • Key Features: High migratory ability, multipotency (differentiation into numerous cell types). Found only in vertebrates.

    Tissue Categories

    • Epithelial Tissues: Line or cover cavities, or secrete products elsewhere.
    • Connective Tissues: Support, connect, protect; categories include cartilage, bone, fibrous connective tissue, adipose tissue, and blood.
    • Muscle Tissues: Responsible for movement.
    • Nervous Tissues: Transmit signals.

    Cartilage

    • Composition: Primary polysaccharide is chondroitin sulphates; combines with proteins to form proteoglycans. Collagenous or elastic fibres. Chondrocytes (cartilage cells) produce the matrix.
    • Types and Locations:
      • Hyaline Cartilage: Most common, short/dispersed collagen, high proteoglycan, and smooth texture (no fibres visible in microscope). Found in embryonic bones, nose, rib tips, trachea, joint ends of long bones.
      • Fibrocartilage: High collagen, high tensile strength. Locations include intervertebral disks, pubic symphysis.
      • Elastic Cartilage: High elastin, flexible and springy. Locations include internal ear support, epiglottis.

    Bone

    • Composition: Collagen protein framework, impregnated with calcium phosphate for strength.
    • Structure:
      • Osteon: Concentric rings of bone cells and matrix around a central canal (blood vessels, nerves).
      • Lamellae: Layers of bone matrix.
    • Bone Cells:
      • Osteoblasts: Bone formation.
      • Osteoclasts: Bone resorption (removal).
      • Osteocytes: Maintain bone health.
    • Types of Bone:
      • Compact Bone: Dense, osteon-based.
      • Spongy/Cancellous Bone: Trabecular, open framework.
    • Structure of a Long Bone:
      • Diaphysis: Shaft, compact bone, hollow medullary cavity with marrow.
      • Epiphysis: Enlarged ends, spongy bone.
      • Metaphysis: Connecting diaphysis and epiphysis, contains epiphyseal plate or growth plate.

    Bone Development

    • Endochondral Bone: Develops from cartilage.
    • Intramembranous Bone: Direct development from mesenchyme (tissue without cartilage).
    • Endochondral Ossification: Mesoderm cells form cartilage; cartilage gradually replaced by bone tissue; Primary centre of ossification. Secondary centres appear in epiphysis in mammals
    • Intramembranous Ossification: Direct formation without cartilage precursor; Dermal bone (skull, pectoral girdle)

    Body Cavities

    • Coelom: Develops within mesoderm, forms body cavities.
    • Amniotes (e.g., mammals): Anterior pleuroperitoneal cavity divides into pleural (lung) and peritoneal (abdominal) cavities.
    • Mammalian Cavities: Pericardial, pleural (paired), peritoneal (1). Separated by the diaphragm; result from the pleuroperitoneal membrane and transverse septum.

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    Explore the fascinating stages of early embryonic development, from zygote to neurula, along with variations in yolk quantity and distribution. Understand the significance of each stage and how yolk type influences development across species. This quiz is essential for students of developmental biology and embryology.

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