Mammalian Gamete Precursors

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Which cells differentiate into follicle or Sertoli cells?

  • Endodermal cells
  • Mesonephric cells
  • Coelom epithelial cells (correct)
  • Epiblastic cells

What is the function of the yolk sac for primordial germ cells?

  • It shelters them from the processes of cell commitment and differentiation (correct)
  • It guides them to the genital gonadal ridges
  • It stimulates them to divide and differentiate
  • It provides nutrition for them

Where do primordial germ cells originate from in mammals?

  • In the mesonephros
  • In the gonadal ridges
  • In the coelom epithelium
  • In the epiblast (correct)

What are the earliest gamete precursors called?

<p>Primordial germ cells (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do primordial germ cells migrate to the genital gonadal ridges?

<p>By being pushed by yolk sac contractions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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