Pharyngeal or Branchial Arches
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Which of the following best describes the branchial apparatus?

  • A system in fish embryos only for respiration.
  • A phase of development at the 8th week in human embryos.
  • A structure in humans similar to gills in primitive chordates. (correct)
  • A group of bones that completely ossify by the 4th week.

    • At what stage does a human embryo's head and neck region resemble that of a fish embryo?

  • At the 4th month
  • At the 4th week (correct)
  • At the 2nd week
  • At birth

    • What is the origin of the term 'branchial'?

  • Greek word meaning 'neck'.
  • Greek word for 'gills'. (correct)
  • Latin word for 'arches'.
  • Roman term for 'head'.

    • In humans, what is the contribution of the branchial apparatus?

    <p>Formation of the head and neck region.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following does NOT constitute part of the pharyngeal apparatus?

    <p>Pharyngeal grooves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The branchial apparatus in primitive chordates is associated with respiration and feeding.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term 'branchial' is derived from the Latin word meaning gills.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In humans, the branchial apparatus forms part of the digestive system.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pharyngeal pouches are a component of the pharyngeal apparatus in humans.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The branchial apparatus in a human embryo appears different from that in a fish embryo at four weeks.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Pharyngeal or Branchial Arches

    • The head and neck region of a 4-week human embryo resembles that of a fish embryo at the same stage, earning it the term "branchial apparatus".
    • The term "branchial" comes from the Greek word for "gills", which are associated with feeding and respiration in primitive chordates.
    • In humans, the branchial apparatus contributes to the development of the head and neck region.

    Pharyngeal Apparatus

    • Consists of two main components:
      • Pharyngeal arches
      • Pharyngeal pouches

    Pharyngeal or Branchial Arches

    • The head and neck region of a four-week human embryo resembles that of a fish embryo at the same stage, earning it the term "branchial apparatus".
    • The term "branchial" comes from the Greek word for "gills", which are associated with feeding and respiration in primitive chordates.
    • In humans, the branchial apparatus contributes to the development of the head and neck region.

    Pharyngeal Apparatus

    • Consists of two main components:
      • Pharyngeal arches
      • Pharyngeal pouches

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    The branchial apparatus in embryos of humans and fish, its formation and contribution to the head and neck region in humans.

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