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Primordial germ cells derive from the hypoblast during gastrulation.
Primordial germ cells derive from the hypoblast during gastrulation.
False
Gastrulation is characterized by the formation of three germ layers.
Gastrulation is characterized by the formation of three germ layers.
True
The embryo changes from a bilaminar to a tridimensional morphology during the end of gastrulation.
The embryo changes from a bilaminar to a tridimensional morphology during the end of gastrulation.
True
Nervous system structures begin forming during the initial stages of gastrulation.
Nervous system structures begin forming during the initial stages of gastrulation.
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The process of gastrulation begins immediately after birth.
The process of gastrulation begins immediately after birth.
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The trilaminar embryo is initially bidimensional during the first week of gastrulation.
The trilaminar embryo is initially bidimensional during the first week of gastrulation.
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Both the eyes and ears begin forming from the paraxial mesoderm.
Both the eyes and ears begin forming from the paraxial mesoderm.
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Gastrulation is considered the most critical period in life by embryologists.
Gastrulation is considered the most critical period in life by embryologists.
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The neural ectoderm proliferates under the induction of the notochord.
The neural ectoderm proliferates under the induction of the notochord.
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The middle portion of the neural ectoderm forms the brain.
The middle portion of the neural ectoderm forms the brain.
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The intermediate mesoderm gives rise to the somites.
The intermediate mesoderm gives rise to the somites.
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Ventral folding of the embryo occurs before the end of the 3rd week of development.
Ventral folding of the embryo occurs before the end of the 3rd week of development.
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During gastrulation, the embryo undergoes significant cranial proliferation.
During gastrulation, the embryo undergoes significant cranial proliferation.
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The lateral mesoderm differentiates into dorsal and ventral portions.
The lateral mesoderm differentiates into dorsal and ventral portions.
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The neural tube forms from the fusion of neural folds.
The neural tube forms from the fusion of neural folds.
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The ventral closure of the embryo occurs after the 28th day of development.
The ventral closure of the embryo occurs after the 28th day of development.
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Gastrulation begins with the formation of the primitive streak.
Gastrulation begins with the formation of the primitive streak.
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The mesoderm is responsible for forming the entire nervous system.
The mesoderm is responsible for forming the entire nervous system.
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Neural crest cells are derived from the mesoderm.
Neural crest cells are derived from the mesoderm.
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Extraembryonic mesoderm contributes to the formation of all tissues in the developing embryo.
Extraembryonic mesoderm contributes to the formation of all tissues in the developing embryo.
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The endoderm gives rise to structures such as the gut and lungs.
The endoderm gives rise to structures such as the gut and lungs.
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All cells of the developing embryo originate from the epiblast.
All cells of the developing embryo originate from the epiblast.
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Neural crest cells have a more limited differentiation potential than cells from the germ layers.
Neural crest cells have a more limited differentiation potential than cells from the germ layers.
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Primordial germ cells originate from the ectoderm.
Primordial germ cells originate from the ectoderm.
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Study Notes
Embryology and Stem Cell in Reproduction
- Initially, development focuses on the first two weeks, which are crucial for both morphological growth and ethical considerations.
- Embryology's foundations date back to ancient Greek times, including Aristotle's theories. The field became a true biological discipline with the advent of microscopes in the mid-17th century.
- Birth defects are a leading cause of infant mortality and significantly impact morbidity, affecting both physical and mental health. The incidence rate is 6/100 births.
- Birth defects are broadly categorized into malformations and deformations.
- Malformations arise from errors in cell specification during differentiation.
- Deformations are caused by issues in organogenesis and morphogenesis.
- Understanding developmental mechanisms is vital in preventing birth defects, as well as reducing related costs.
- Most women don't realize they are pregnant until the second month of pregnancy.
- The embryonic stage (weeks 3-8) is highly sensitive to environmental factors and, hence, prone to birth defects.
Main Steps of Embryology
- Microscopes allowed the observation of spermatozoa within seminal fluid, which led to the understanding of fertilization.
- Cell theory, introduced in the mid-1800s, was a critical step in understanding the fundamental role of cells in development.
- Advances in molecular biology, particularly in the last 15 years, has offered insight into the mechanisms driving embryonic development.
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This quiz explores the critical aspects of embryology, focusing on the first two weeks of development. It covers the historical foundations, the impact of birth defects on health, and strategies for prevention. Test your knowledge on how embryology and stem cells relate to reproduction and developmental biology.
