Embryogenesis and Early Development
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What is the primary function of the notochord during embryonic development?

  • To establish the body's left-right axis
  • To signal the development of surrounding tissues (correct)
  • To form the facial bones
  • To provide nourishment to the embryo

Which of the following is NOT a structure that neural crest cells give rise to?

  • Muscles of the trunk (correct)
  • Vertebrae of the neck
  • Facial bones
  • Peripheral nerves

What does the tropoblast contribute to in early embryonic development?

  • Formation of the yolk sac
  • Development of the amniotic cavity
  • Formation of the placenta (correct)
  • Establishment of the endometrial lining

The region known as the stomodeum in an embryo ultimately develops into which structure?

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Which structure is responsible for the segmentation that contributes to the formation of muscles and bones in the neck?

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What is the primary outcome of the process known as gastrulation?

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Which structure is the earliest extraembryonic structure that provides nourishment and involves blood cell formation?

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During which stage does the neural plate fold to form the neural tube?

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Which of the following structures is created by the inner cell mass of the blastocyst?

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Which germ layer is responsible for developing into the skin and nervous system?

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The zona pellucida is vital for which of the following processes during early development?

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What structure ultimately develops from the embryoblast?

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What does the morula stage consist of?

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Which layer of the embryonic disc gives rise to the ectoderm and mesoderm?

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What is the function of the amniotic cavity during embryonic development?

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What is the role of gametes in reproduction?

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What condition is characterized by the presence of a cleft in the upper or lower lip?

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Which term describes a condition characterized by an abnormally small jaw?

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What developmental structure, formed during early embryonic development, gives rise to structures in the head and neck?

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What is the term for the condition where the facial features are absent?

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Which condition refers to an abnormally enlarged head due to brain enlargement?

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What is the term for the premature closure of skull sutures impacting head shape?

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Which term describes an abnormally large mouth resulting from incomplete fusion of facial processes?

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Which condition involves the complete closure of the mouth?

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Embryogenesis

Process by which a fertilized egg develops into a fully formed organism. It involves stages like fertilization, cleavage, gastrulation, and organogenesis.

Gastrulation

The stage where the embryo forms three primary germ layers: ectoderm, mesoderm, and endoderm. These layers will later develop into all body tissues and organs.

Neurulation

The process where the neural plate folds to form the neural tube, which later develops into the brain and spinal cord.

Amniotic Cavity

A fluid-filled space surrounding the developing embryo, providing protection and support during development.

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Blastula

A hollow ball of cells formed during early embryonic development, after the morula stage. It later develops into the embryo.

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Cleavage

A series of rapid cell divisions after fertilization, resulting in a cluster of cells known as the blastocyst.

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Ectoderm

The outermost germ layer that forms the skin, nervous system, and sensory organs.

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Embryoblast

The inner cell mass of the blastocyst that will develop into the embryo.

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What is the notochord?

A rod-like structure that forms the basis for the vertebral column and signals the development of surrounding tissues.

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What are occipital somites?

Segmented blocks of mesoderm near the head, contributing to the muscles and vertebrae of the neck.

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What is the paraxial mesoderm?

The mesodermal layer alongside the neural tube, responsible for forming somites that give rise to muscles, bones, and skin.

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What is the primitive node?

A cluster of cells at the primitive streak's anterior end, involved in notochord formation and body axis patterning.

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What is the primitive streak?

A linear structure formed early in development, helping establish the body's left-right and anterior-posterior axes.

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What is the trophoblast?

The outer cell layer of the blastocyst, helping implant the embryo into the uterine wall and forming part of the placenta.

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What is the yolk sac?

An extraembryonic structure that provides early nourishment and plays a role in blood cell formation.

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What is the blastocyst?

A fluid-filled cavity formed in the morula, separating the cells into the trophoblast and inner cell mass.

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Groove

A groove or indentation in a structure, particularly in embryology, where tissues or organs will form.

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Cheeks

Fleshy parts of the face located on either side of the mouth; key for facial development.

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Primitive

Early or original stages of development in an embryo, like the primitive streak or cells, from which more specialized structures arise.

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Pharyngeal arches

Tissue bands present during early development, located beneath the brain, that give rise to structures of the head and neck, such as the jaw, ears, and throat.

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Cheiloschisis (Cleft lip)

A condition where the upper or lower lip does not form properly due to the non-union of facial processes during development.

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Micrognathia

Abnormally small jaw, often a result of developmental issues.

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Craniosynostosis

Premature closure of skull sutures, affecting head shape and brain growth.

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Treacher Collins Syndrome

A genetic disorder causing underdeveloped facial bones and tissues, leading to distinctive facial features.

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Study Notes

Embryogenesis

  • Process by which a fertilized egg develops into a fully formed organism
  • Involves fertilization, cleavage, gastrulation, and organogenesis

Gastrulation

  • Embryo forms three primary germ layers: ectoderm, mesoderm, and endoderm
  • These layers develop into body tissues and organs

Neurulation

  • Neural plate folds to form the neural tube
  • Neural tube develops into the brain and spinal cord

Amniotic Cavity

  • Fluid-filled space surrounding the developing embryo
  • Provides protection and support

Blastula

  • Hollow ball of cells formed during early embryonic development
  • Follow the morula stage

Cleavage

  • Series of rapid cell divisions after fertilization
  • Results in a cluster of cells known as the blastocyst

Ectoderm

  • Outermost germ layer
  • Forms skin, nervous system, and sensory organs

Embryoblast

  • Inner cell mass of the blastocyst
  • Develops into the embryo

Embryonic Disc

  • Flat, bilayered structure from the embryoblast
  • Gives rise to ectoderm, mesoderm, and endoderm

Endoderm

  • Innermost germ layer
  • Forms the digestive system, lungs, other internal organs

Epiblast

  • Upper layer of the embryonic disc
  • Forms ectoderm and mesoderm

Fertilization

  • Sperm cell and egg cell combine to form a zygote
  • Initiates embryonic development

Gametes

  • Reproductive cells (sperm and egg)

Hypoblast

  • Lower layer of cells in the early embryo
  • Contributes to formation of extraembryonic tissues

Intermediate Mesoderm

  • Region of mesoderm
  • Gives rise to structures like kidneys and reproductive system

Lateral Plate Mesoderm

  • Part of the mesoderm
  • Forms heart, blood vessels, and parts of limbs

Mesoderm

  • Middle germ layer
  • Develops into muscles, bones, circulatory system

Morula

  • Ball of about 16 cells formed after the zygote divides
  • Enters the uterus 3 days after fertilization

Neural Crest Cells

  • Migrate from the developing neural tube to form peripheral nerves and facial bones

Notochord

  • Rod-like structure forming the basis for the vertebral column
  • Signals the development of surrounding tissues

Occipital Somites

  • Segmented blocks of mesoderm near the head
  • Contribute to muscle and vertebrae development (neck)

Paraxial Mesoderm

  • Mesodermal layer alongside the neural tube
  • Forms somites (muscles, bones, skin)

Primitive Node

  • Cluster of cells at anterior end of primitive streak
  • Involved in notochord formation and body axis patterning

Primitive Streak

  • Linear structure in early development
  • Establishes body's left-right and anterior-posterior axes

Trophoblast

  • Outer layer of cells in the blastocyst
  • Implants into uterine wall; forms part of placenta

Yolk Sac

  • Extraembryonic structure providing early nourishment
  • Involved in blood cell formation

Blastocyst

  • Fluid-filled cavity in the morula
  • Separates cells into trophoblast and inner cell mass

Zona Pellucida

  • Glycoprotein layer surrounding the egg
  • Disappears during uterine implantation

Endometrial Lining

  • Lining of the uterus; blastocyst implants

Stomodeum/Stomatodeum

  • Depression in the ectoderm for mouth formation

Chorion

  • Outermost membrane surrounding the developing embryo; forms placenta

Mandible

  • Lower jawbone; crucial for facial development

Pharynx

  • Throat region; forms mouth and respiratory system

Groove

  • Depression or indentation in a structure
  • Involved in tissue or organ formation

Cheeks

  • Parts of the face beside the mouth; involved in facial development

Primitive Cells/Primitive Streak

  • Early stages of embryo development

Pharyngeal Arches

  • Tissue bands for early development;
  • Give rise to head and neck structures (jaws, ears, throat)

Cheiloschisis (Cleft Lip)

  • Condition where upper or lower lip does not form properly

Micrognathia

  • Abnormally small jaw

Macrognathia

  • Abnormally large jaw

Agnathia

  • Congenital absence of jaw

Microstomia

  • Abnormally small mouth

Astomia

  • Complete closure of the mouth

Oblique Facial Cleft

  • Slanted cleft extending from mouth to cheek

Aprosopus

  • Face lacks features

Craniosynostosis

  • Premature closure of skull sutures

Treacher Collins Syndrome

  • Genetic disorder causing underdeveloped facial bones/tissues

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